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. SR.

SOURCING SPECIALIST, GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT FACILITIES We are a progressive procurement organization pushing the boundaries of traditional procurement reputation and methodologies. We are looking for individuals who can think outside the box to achieve company objectives regarding value and partnerships with our suppliers. Our organization moves quickly, and you must too.

SpaceX has the unique ability and desire to influence and shape suppliers to be better with us as we challenge our supply chain to continuously improve. In this role you will directly support SpaceX’s Texas Test Operations team sourcing equipment and services that are used to develop, test, and validate launch systems for flight. The McGregor site plays an integral part in enabling SpaceX’s unmatched launch cadence, and you will interface directly with our engineering and operations teams to meet quality, delivery, and cost targets for the site.

RESPONSIBILITIES

: Work directly with key internal stakeholders to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support Ground Support Equipment (GSE), facilities, consumables, capital and construction projects Develop and maintain key internal stakeholder relationships to create strategic sourcing models that optimize the value of products and services Create sourcing strategies to reduce risk and meet targets for the purchasing department for payment terms, cash targets, on time delivery and cost savings Negotiate and Manage contracts from RFP through completion to ensure performance of the supplier meets contract obligations, and understand interrelationships between contracts and terms Identify and execute cost reduction projects including planning and coordinating with stakeholders, estimating completion, and providing project updates Oversee advanced quantitative analysis to identify financial impacts of decisions and supplier performance Perform business process analysis, and develop models to improve cost Conduct research; perform benchmarking, and gather market analysis Place purchase orders, and resolve blocked invoices Coordinate with planning department to identify opportunities to move materials from one-off orders to planned delivery schedules BASIC

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIREMENTS

: Willingness to work long hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines Ability to communicate outside of work hours Must be able to travel - up to 20% work week travel may be required This position is based in McGregor, TX and requires being onsite – remote work not considered ITAR REQU

Sr. Sourcing Specialist, Ground Support Equipment & Facilities