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
Conduct comprehensive supplier analysis to formulate a strategic sourcing: plan that identifies new/suitable suppliers, optimizes cost structures, and proactively ensures continuity of supply per demand
Create sourcing strategies to reduce risk, enable continuous cost reduction,: and align with company strategy on payment terms, cash targets, on-time delivery, and cost savings
Build and own overall project budgets, compile funding requests, generate: capitalization plan based on project timeline focusing on TCO of project, and negotiate with contract manufacturer on optimizing capex investment and utilization
Manage the supply base by implementing a precise forecast model and: clear-to-build model, including the tier 2~3 supply base of the contract manufacturer
Oversee contract manufacturer’s day-to-day operations including capacity: bring-up, equipment readiness, and material readiness to ensure new product development schedule is on track
Execute purchasing transactions within scope area by issuing purchase orders: for SpaceX programs and ensure delivery with materials requirement planning (MRP) to ensure accurate and complete information at all times
What they're looking for
- Oversee contract manufacturer’s procuring components while managing supply shortage and liability risks
- Direct and execute initiatives that support aggressive improvements in: supplier operation, total cost effectiveness, service levels, delivery, pricing, lead-times, payment, risk compliance, and other areas as identified
- Develop supplier scorecards to measure supplier performance against agreed: upon key performance indicators and report findings to leadership
- Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders to best understand: their needs and consult with them to build quality procurement strategies aligned to business requirements