Fulfillment Buyer (Starship)

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.

FULFILLMENT BUYER

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 on cost, quality and delivery. This Fulfillment Buyer will support Starbase purchases across multiple commodities, stakeholders (capital projects, facility management, production, etc.) and supply chain team clusters.

We are looking for the right person who is equipped and ready for these challenges to join our team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Review purchase request and issue purchase orders in a timely manner without error

Ensure purchase orders are acknowledged by suppliers

Review quotes to ensure those are complete and align with SpaceX terms

Obtain the original promise date from suppliers

Review open order reports and manage deliveries

Resolve invoice issues and ensure that vendors are paid on time

Expedite parts as necessary

Act as customer service for SpaceX internal customers

Support buyers in cost savings initiatives

Lead miscellaneous procurement projects

Lead supplier onboarding process

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree; or 4+ years of professional experience working in a supply chain, production, or engineering function in lieu of a degree

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Purchasing experience, specifically related to capital equipment or indirect buying

Remarkable problem-solving skills with a bias for speed

Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs

Excellent customer service skills

Effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills

Exceptional analytical and organizational skills

Strong technical knowledge of MS Office Suite

Ability to conduct all activities with the highest degree of integrity

Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work long hours and weekends as needed

This position is based in Brownsville, TX and requires being onsite - remote work not considered

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.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.