Sourcing Manager (Starship)
Core
Manage the supply chain for Starship, focusing on supplier negotiation, cost control, and ensuring material availability for production.
Role type
Senior sourcing manager (aerospace supply chain)
Builds
Starship rocket components and systems
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing and supply chain
Deliverable
production features
Required skills
supplier negotiation, contract management, MRP planning, cost analysis, supplier development, risk mitigation, make vs buy strategy, production planning, inventory management
Preferred skills
technical procurement, reading engineering drawings, leadership, vendor management, production purchasing, analytical problem solving, SQL/Access proficiency
Technologies
MS Office Suite, SQL, Access
Responsibilities
Analyze supplier spend and develop negotiation strategies; ensure work centers are clear for on-time builds; manage production process changes; lead complex outsourcing projects; negotiate high-value contracts and terms; develop commodity strategies for aerospace components; mitigate sole-source risks; execute MRP planning messages; resolve PO discrepancies; analyze procurement data and report metrics.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC