The opportunity
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.
What you'll do
Be the voice of reason and push engineering to make sound design decisions: that are conducive to a high performing supply plan.
Negotiate complex global contracts, focusing on pricing structures, SLAs, and favorable commercial terms.
Manage suppliers to ensure performance against KPIs and operational metrics.: Drive continuous improvement initiatives that result in improved performance and cost reduction. Implement programs that audit supplier invoicing against actual work completed.
Present value propositions to SpaceX executives, including those related to: contract award, cost reviews and cost reduction strategies.
Contract Management: Responsible for assisting in the authoring of contract documents with the Legal Department. Management of contracts ensuring performance of the supplier to contract obligations. Understand interrelationships between contracts and terms while applying creativity and sound business reasoning to interpret the application of contracts to business needs.
Execute purchase orders and manage escalation process for “purchase to pay” issues.
What they're looking for
- Advanced degree and 4+ years of experience working in one or more of the: following; or bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 10+ years of experience working in one or more of the following: Purchasing.
- Contract negotiation.
- Material or production planning.
- Operations or supply chain management.
