Sourcing Specialist (Starship)
Core
Strategic sourcing and supplier management for SpaceX's Starship program, focusing on supplier analysis, contract negotiation, and supply chain continuity.
Role type
Senior Sourcing Specialist (Supply Chain)
Builds
Strategic sourcing plans, supplier scorecards, and end-to-end product life cycle management for new spaceflight vehicles.
Domain
Aerospace & Defense / Advanced Manufacturing
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, contract management, supplier performance analysis, make vs. buy decision making, RFI/RFP execution, cost modeling, cross-functional collaboration, technical commodity knowledge, blueprint reading, ERP system proficiency
Preferred skills
Global supply base management, new product introduction (NPI) experience, blockchain supply chain platform familiarity, international travel experience
Technologies
ERP systems, MRP, Blockchain platforms
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive supplier analysis to formulate strategic sourcing plans; Manage the supply base using a stratification model; Evaluate and select suppliers based on capability, quality, and price; Analyze supplier operations for technical capability and capacity; Develop supplier scorecards and track KPIs; Execute sourcing strategies including RFI/RFPs and contract negotiations; Coordinate with engineering to resolve quality issues; Administer moderate to large contracts; Execute purchasing transactions and manage master data; Advise buyers and planners on procurement strategies.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC