Sourcing Specialist (Starship Launch Pad)

SpaceX•Starbase, TX, TX

2h•Onsite

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to support its Starship Launch Pad and Launch & Recovery programs. This operationally critical role is part of the supply chain organization and contributes to launch operations and development goals by building an agile, robust supply base. The specialist develops sourcing strategies, manages supplier relationships and purchasing activity, negotiates contracts, and drives improvements in cost, quality, delivery, and risk. The position is based on-site in Starbase, Texas; remote work is not considered. Travel of up to 25% of the work week, including international travel, may be required. Extended hours and/or weekends may be needed to meet major milestones. The role covers sourcing strategy and execution across the product lifecycle, including make-versus-buy decisions, new product introduction, supplier qualification, and stable production. It includes supplier and market analysis, cost-reduction initiatives, purchasing transactions, contract administration, and performance tracking. Candidates must meet SpaceX’s stated U.S. export-control eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of experience in one or more of engineering, supply chain, purchasing, contract negotiation, material or production planning, operations management, material cost control, or master production scheduling; alternatively, at least 4 years of experience in one or more of those areas.
Ability to travel up to 25% of the work week, including internationally.
Ability to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones.
Must work on-site in Starbase, Texas; remote work is not considered.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations, to conform to U.S. export regulations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a supply chain, production, finance, or engineering function.
Remarkable 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, changing environment.
Strong budget-tracking and cost-analysis skills.
Experience sourcing from a global supply base using various contractual models.
Proven success on cross-functional new product introduction projects, completing cost models, and negotiating.
Strong data-analysis skills using Excel, SQL, and Power BI.
Ability to identify and resolve technical, operational, and organizational problems.
High ethical standards and integrity.

Responsibilities

Create commodity and capital sourcing strategies to reduce risk, support continuous cost reduction, and align with company goals for payment terms, cash targets, on-time delivery, and savings.
Develop and maintain internal stakeholder relationships to evaluate sourcing models, optimize value, communicate and drive compliance with category strategies, and solve difficult problems.
Develop and improve sourcing strategies to reduce risk and meet Launch & Recovery program targets.
Evaluate and select suppliers based on capability, quality, reliability, and price competitiveness; maintain the health of the supply base.
Analyze suppliers and develop strategic sourcing plans that identify suitable suppliers, optimize cost models, and support continuity of supply for upcoming new product introductions.
Maintain vendor delivery of goods and services; issue purchase orders for SpaceX programs and manage relevant master data for accuracy and completeness.
Identify and execute cost-reduction projects, including planning, stakeholder coordination, timeline management, and updates.
Negotiate to maximize value and savings while lowering risk.
Research and benchmark assigned categories, conduct market analysis, provide market intelligence, anticipate opportunities, and inform stakeholders.
Lead initiatives to improve supplier quality, total cost effectiveness, service, coordination, delivery, pricing, lead times, payment, and risk compliance.
Benchmark, track, and analyze annual performance metrics and sourcing trends against budget monthly.
Understand internal stakeholders’ needs and consult with them to develop procurement strategies aligned with business requirements.
Drive make-versus-buy decisions for new products and implement strategies throughout development, qualification, first-article runs, and stable production.
Execute RFIs and RFPs, document supplier bid events, negotiate with suppliers, and manage contracts on an ongoing basis.
Administer multimillion-dollar contracts and independently negotiate contract terminology, pricing, technical requirements, scope, responsibility, liability, indemnification, intellectual property, and export compliance.