Sr. Global Supply Manager, Semiconductor Electronic Components (Starlink)

SpaceX • Bastrop, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Global Supply Manager to own end-to-end sourcing strategy, supplier management, and delivery of leading-edge semiconductor components. In this role, you will partner directly with design engineering, to define commodity strategy, build multi-year technology roadmaps, establish and maintain the approved vendor list, and secure massive-scale supply at the record-breaking build speeds the SpaceXAI team is driving. You will negotiate transformative, high-value agreements, accelerate delivery timelines, actively manage inventory across the supply chain, and continuously optimize for cost, quality, speed, and supply chain resilience in one of the most competitive and dynamic AI infrastructure programs on the planet. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader who thrives in ambiguous, high-velocity environments, possesses exceptional commercial and technical acumen, and has a proven track record of delivering excellent results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 12+ years of experience working in one or more of the following in lieu of a degree: Business, Supply Chain, Engineering
• 7+ years of experience in global supply chain, procurement, sourcing, or commodity management with a focus on semiconductors, memory, storage, or datacenter infrastructure

Nice To Haves

• Deep technical understanding of semiconductor architectures (ASICs, FPGAs, GPUs/AI accelerators, memory, power, RF, and analog/mixed-signal)
• Proven experience in fast-paced, high-growth technology or hyperscale environments with direct responsibility for large-scale sourcing
• New product introduction (NPI) supply chain planning and procurement, from prototype through production ramp
• Previous experience at hyperscalers, memory/storage OEMs (e.g., Micron, SK hynix, Samsung), AI infrastructure companies, or semiconductor supply organizations
• Demonstrated success negotiating and managing complex, high-value supplier relationships in volatile, supply-constrained markets
• Strong negotiation, analytical, project management, financial modeling, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills
• Familiarity with commodity management, long-term roadmap planning, vendor development, capacity reservation agreements, and approved vendor list processes
• Passion for SpaceX’s mission and excitement about contributing to the fastest AI infrastructure builds on Earth

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineers and platform teams to define commodity strategy, align multi-year technology roadmaps, and maintain approved vendor lists
• Orchestrate demand forecasting and allocation across SpaceXAI companies to ensure balanced supply support for all programs
• Own global sourcing, including supplier qualification, multi-sourcing strategies, and performance management to meet build schedules and reduce lead times
• Negotiate agreements focused on competitive pricing, volume commitments, and preferential allocation, using creative approaches where needed to secure supply at reasonable cost
• Align internal roadmaps with key vendors and collaborate on capacity planning and technology development
• Monitor supply chain risks and implement mitigation plans to protect build schedules
• Drive cost reduction through should-cost analysis, long-term agreements, and value engineering while meeting quality and reliability requirements
• Build strong supplier relationships through regular reviews and joint projects
• Track KPIs for cost, quality, delivery, and resilience; report progress to leadership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior