Sourcing Specialist, Construction (Starlink)

SpaceX•Memphis, TN

16h•Onsite

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking a Sourcing Specialist for Starlink Construction to support a progressive procurement organization focused on value, supplier partnerships, and improving cost, quality, and delivery. The role develops sourcing strategies and manages supplier and contractor relationships to support construction projects and company objectives. The specialist evaluates construction delivery methods, proposals, bids, and contractor risks; develops should-cost models for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment; selects suppliers; and maintains a healthy contractor pool. The role also manages the RFP process and coordinates supply-chain delivery with project managers and suppliers to help construction projects progress on schedule. This position is onsite, with remote work not considered. It may require extended hours and weekends to meet critical deadlines, travel up to 30% of the work week, and communication outside of work hours. Applicants must meet applicable U.S. government export-control eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of experience in one or more of the specified fields, or at least 4 years of experience in one or more of those fields.
Experience in one or more of the following: engineering, purchasing, contract negotiation, material or production planning, operations or supply chain management, material cost control, or master production scheduling.
Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Ability to mine data from an in-house ERP using Excel, SQL, and Power BI to support decision-making.
Exceptional analytical and organizational skills, and independent 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.
Ability to distill and draw conclusions from large data sets.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, able to respond quickly in a fast-moving and changing environment, and demonstrates a strong bias for action.
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines.
Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours; travel may be up to 30% of the work week.
Ability to work onsite; remote work is not considered.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing high-spend portfolios, such as portfolios of $10M or more.

Responsibilities

Create sourcing strategies that reduce risk, enable continuous cost reduction, and align with company objectives for payment terms, cash targets, on-time delivery, and cost savings.
Build relationships internally and externally, and drive cross-functional teams toward consensus on opportunities.
Evaluate construction project delivery methods and identify the most appropriate method for each project.
Evaluate and organize construction proposals using MasterFormat divisions.
Evaluate contractor EMR ratings and identify potential risks.
Develop should-cost models for MEP-related equipment, including chillers, HVAC systems, electrical panels, wiring, pipes, and plumbing fixtures.
Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for construction materials, equipment, and services.
Maintain and develop a healthy pool of contractors and anticipate demand for construction projects.
Negotiate favorable supplier terms, including price, delivery schedules, and quality standards, to meet project requirements and deadlines.
Oversee the supply chain to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment to construction sites; anticipate shortages and coordinate with project managers and suppliers to avoid delays.
Create, develop, and oversee the Request for Proposal (RFP) process from start to finish.
Evaluate construction bids, identify negotiation opportunities, and identify potential bid risks.