Sr. Supply Chain Planner (Starship)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate initiative in developing new methods or processes to ensure a healthy flow of critical components
• Manage and continuously improve both demand and supply plans associated with the Starship design group
• Maintain accurate configurations of multi-level assemblies (BOMs)
• Develop strategies for identifying the appropriate stock levels and re-order points based on part criticality, lead times, pricing, rate of consumption, etc.
• Develop strategies and manage part retention policies to optimize warehouse space and reduce stagnant inventory
• Create systems to automate redundant and repeatable planning and sourcing activities
• Track fulfillment status across multi-level assemblies (BOMs), and run cross-functional meetings to drive actions to resolve them
• Proactively update SpaceX management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues
• Maintain a solid understanding of common parts and adjust internal inventory as needed to maximize part movement and avoid excess inventory & spending
• Be the liaison between supply chain and engineering
• Able to develop and maintain strong relationships across disciplines and multiple levels of management

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree and 1+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience working in one or more of the following:
• Engineering
• Purchasing
• Contract negotiation
• Material or production planning
• Operations or supply chain management
• Material cost control
• Master production scheduling

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Capable of managing existing external supply chain and suppliers both domestic and globally
• Vast experience within a commodity (technical procurement, product development, NPI, manufacturing and negotiating high volume products)
• Individual negotiation skills with the ability to influence
• Proven track record of taking ownership, successfully negotiating preferred pricing and driving results
• Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be available to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• Must be willing to travel for business purposes as needed
• This position is based in Starbase, TX and requires being onsite - remote work not considered

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

COMPANY INFORMATION

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.