Global Supply Manager, Software

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

2h•$135,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking a Global Supply Manager to support indirect supplier management, with a focus on software services and SG&A spend reduction initiatives. The role is part of a fast-moving procurement organization that works to improve supplier cost, quality, and delivery while developing strong supplier partnerships. The purchasing team has aggressive objectives for 2026, and this position will help deliver initiatives that positively impact SpaceX’s products and bottom line. The manager will identify and execute procurement projects, analyze supply-chain risks and market conditions, manage contracts and supplier relationships, negotiate for value and cost savings, and partner with internal stakeholders. The role also requires advanced quantitative analysis, business process modeling, market research, and the development and measurement of supplier SLAs and KPIs. This position is based in Hawthorne, California, and requires full-time onsite work; hybrid and remote work are not available. The role may require extended hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines.

Requirements

One of the following experience and education combinations: an advanced degree and 4 or more years of relevant experience; a bachelor’s degree and 6 or more years of relevant experience; or 10 or more years of relevant experience.
Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following areas: purchasing, contract negotiation, material or production planning, operations or supply chain management, material cost control, or master production scheduling.
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines.
Must be able to work onsite full-time in Hawthorne, California; hybrid and remote work are not considered.
Must meet the stated U.S. export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain the required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a purchasing or supply chain role.
Technical skills in current technologies and applications, such as MS Office Suite, SQL, and PowerBI.
Contract Manager certification, such as CPCM or CCM.
Experience with IT software.
Exceptional analytical and organizational skills.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize appropriately to meet internal customer and company needs.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate with all levels of internal personnel.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly in a fast-moving and changing environment.
Ability to conduct all activities with the highest integrity.

Responsibilities

Identify procurement projects and execute them to completion, including planning, stakeholder coordination, and project updates.
Analyze global supply-chain dynamics and market volatility affecting logistics providers, and develop procurement strategies such as multi-sourcing, diversification, and performance-based contract clauses to balance cost and risk.
Assist the Legal Department in authoring contract documents and manage contracts to ensure suppliers meet their obligations.
Understand relationships among contracts and terms and apply sound business reasoning to interpret how contracts meet business needs.
Negotiate to maximize value and cost savings while lowering risk.
Manage preferred supplier relationships for assigned categories, identify internal needs, and develop supplier improvement plans.
Collaborate with Logistics on selecting new suppliers.
Create and implement supplier management programs to develop and continuously improve the supply base, manage supplier performance, and monitor KPIs including on-time delivery, payment terms, cash targets, and cost savings.
Build partnerships with internal stakeholders, including Logistics and Finance, using clear communication and data-driven insights; advocate for category procurement strategies and alignment on spend initiatives.
Conduct advanced quantitative analysis to identify financial impacts of category decisions and performance.
Analyze business processes and develop models to improve cost.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define supplier SLAs and KPIs and measure business results, cost reduction, quality, and delivery timeliness.
Conduct research, benchmarking, and market analysis for assigned categories.

Benefits

Potential eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount.
Medical coverage.
Vision coverage.
Dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
Accrual of 3 weeks of paid vacation.
Eligibility for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
Paid sick leave pursuant to company policy.