About this role
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
GLOBAL SUPPLY MANAGER, HARNESS (STARLINK)
SpaceX is leveraging our experience building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation and most advanced broadband internet system. We provide reliable and fast internet to millions of users worldwide, including populations with little or no connectivity, rural communities, aircraft, watercraft, and places where existing services are unreliable, too expensive, or disconnected by natural disasters. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system, thousands of satellites and consumer antennae that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing. The Starlink team is seeking out the best-in-class professionals to maximize Starlink’s potential for communities and businesses around the globe.
As a Global Sourcing Manager, you will be part of an agile, yet robust, supply chain team that will enable a competitive advantage for the company. The functions within the department include procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, and logistics and inventory. SpaceX supply chain plays a key role in enabling SpaceX to meet these ambitious growth targets and contribute to making us a multi-planetary species
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead a sourcing team of 3 focused on the harness commodity, providing coaching, mentorship, and process strategic guidance while fostering a high-performance culture
Develop and manage the supply base to support sourcing for wire harnesses (copper & fiber), connectors, and associated mechanical components
Coordinate with multiple sub-assembly teams across the satellite to align their schedules with top-level satellite planning, ensuring clear and accurate MRP signals across programs with at least 90% accuracy to minimize mixed signals for buyers and vendors
Partner with the internal program teams, engineering and supply chain leadership to lead sourcing decisions for critical vendors, ensuring strong alignment with program priorities, material requirements, and overall company strategic objectives
Partner with the full engineering team to drive on-time drawing releases and improve pre-release/risk-buy BOM communication processes
Accelerate hand-carry, expedite, and RFI expedite processes to support aggressive development and production schedules
Create and implement improved processes for the connector and mechanical teams to enable timely buying and expediting of components
Collaborate with the operations team to develop automated Line of Balance (LOB) tracking tools for materials at vendors, addressing the challenges of rapidly changing BOMs
Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support both existing platforms and new product development (NPI)
Provide weekly team status reporting, escalate issues to management when necessary, and communicate program health clearly to leadership
Utilize negotiations to maximize value, cost savings, delivery priority, and risk reduction while ensuring alignment with program budgets
Conduct research, perform benchmarking, and gather market analysis for the harness and connector commodity
Create sourcing strategies that reduce risk, enable continuous cost reduction, and align with company goals on payment terms, cash targets, on-time delivery, and cost savings
Build genuine relationships both internally and externally and drive cross-functional teams to achieve consensus
Present value propositions to SpaceX executives, including contract awards, cost reviews, cost reduction strategies, and critical supply issues
Keep up with industry and commodity market trends while developing and maintaining strategic partnerships with major suppliers
Source, support, and drive raw material and supplier qualification through engineering and quality teams
Coordinate and drive alignment between SpaceX future designs and preferred supplier technology roadmaps
Develop and implement sourcing and planning strategies for harnessing connector change management
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of experience working in a one or more of the following; or advanced degree and 4+ years of experience working in a one or more of the following; or 10+ years of experience working in a one or more of the following in lieu of a degree
Engineering
Purchasing
Contract negotiation
Material or production planning
Operations or supply chain management
Material cost control
Master production scheduling
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
3+ years of procurement experience in interconnects, wire harnesses, or connectors
Experience managing a team is strongly preferred
Demonstrated NPI (New Product Introduction) mindset with proven success in fast-paced startup or high-growth environments
Strong track record of implementing new processes and driving operational improvements in dynamic programs
Technical knowledge of harnesses, connectors, and mechanical components; including BOM management, drawing releases, and expediting
Experience working with rapidly changing BOMs and complex development programs
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly to all levels of the organization
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment
Ability to conduct all activities with integrity and urgency
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work extended hours and some nights and weekends when needed
Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours, up to 30% travel may be required, including international travel
Valid driver’s license
This position is based in Redmond, WA and requires being 100% onsite
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range: Global Supply Manager: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.
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.
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.
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