Supply Chain Planner (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.

SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER (STARSHIP)

The integration and catch tower and orbital launch mount will redefine ground support systems for launch vehicles as we know it, with the ultimate goal being to launch, catch, and relaunch orbital boosters in hours or days instead weeks or months. The SpaceX supply chain department is a critical player in these operations. To capitalize on SpaceX’s technological and market changing successes, our team will be part of managing an agile yet robust supply chain that will enable a competitive advantage for the company. The functions within the department include procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, logistics and inventory. SpaceX supply chain will play a key role in enabling SpaceX to meet the ambitious growth targets and greatly contribute in making us a multi-planetary species.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for managing and continuously improving both demand and supply plans associated with the Starship design group

Maintain accuracy and audit bill of materials in MRP systems in preparation for production at rate

Manage inventory level targets, reviewing line of balances, aligning demand supply signals and allocations, maintaining product master data and developing expertise in in-house systems and reports

Mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply by constructing and executing to a well thought out supply plan that fulfills the needs of the product on time and with quality

Execute MRP planning messages for production parts

Issue purchase orders for production ready (post-NPI handoff) requirements and ensure delivery. Manage relevant purchase order master data to ensure timely delivery and provide production with dependable delivery signals

Coordinate with engineering, production, and quality organizations to determine change cut in and reduce obsolescence of material and eliminate/reduce quality issues

Partner with internal stakeholders on implementing advanced supply chain strategies like long term purchases, design for manufacturing to reduce cost and improve quality

Proactively manage inventory, prevent stock outs while optimizing the utilization of SpaceX working capital

Develop and maintain good relationships with vendors and distributors to ensure communication channels are buzzing with real time delivery information and work in progress

Monitor and manage costs to ensure adherence to project-specific budgets and forecasts

Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations

Proactively update SpaceX management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues

Analyze supply chain data and report out metrics

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

2+ years of experience in material planning, supply chain, production, project management, or engineering

Technical knowledge in a commodity (e.g. machining, sheet metal fabrication, tube bending and assembly, weldment assembly, soft goods etc.)

Proven success working on cross-functional new product introduction projects, completing cost models, and negotiating

Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing/planning functions

SQL experience

PowerBI experience

Advanced skills in MS Excel and Project, able to create pivot tables or macros, and analyze data

Experience navigating multitier bill of materials and work orders

APICS certification

Lean Six Sigma certification

Exceptional written, verbal and presentation communication skills

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

Able to conduct all activities with the highest of integrity

Understanding of block-chain powered supply chain platforms to boost efficiency, traceability, and transparency

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to travel - up to 50% work week travel may be required, including international travel

Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones

This position is based in Starbase, 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.