Sourcing Manager, Fabricated Assemblies (Starship)
Core
Sourcing Manager responsible for establishing supply chains, managing supplier strategies, and driving cost reduction for fabricated assemblies supporting Starship launch pad construction.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (supply chain)
Builds
Supply chain capabilities for Starship launch pads
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Defense
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, cost optimization, quantitative business analysis, KPI development, market research, blueprint reading, manufacturing complexity understanding
Preferred skills
Engineering/Science/Business management degree, technical procurement experience, scaling new products to rate production, leadership, problem solving, analytical skills, SQL/PowerBI
Technologies
MS Office Suite, SQL, PowerBI
Responsibilities
Create sourcing strategies to reduce risk and meet cost targets, establish preferred suppliers, manage supplier performance KPIs, negotiate contracts, execute cost reduction projects, conduct market analysis, place purchase orders, resolve blocked invoices, develop SLAs with stakeholders, manage contract compliance
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC