Sr. Sourcing Specialist (Starship Launch Pad)
Core
Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans, manage multimillion-dollar contracts, and drive cost reduction for the Starship Launch Pad program.
Role type
Senior Sourcing Specialist (Procurement)
Builds
Supply chain strategies, supplier base, and cost models for launch hardware and recovery systems
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / Space Exploration
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier evaluation, cost analysis, market research, make vs buy decisions, RFI/RFP management, compliance management, stakeholder management, project management
Preferred skills
Global supply base experience, cross-functional NPI project experience, data analysis (Excel, SQL, Power BI), technical problem solving
Technologies
Excel, SQL, Power BI
Responsibilities
Create commodity and capital sourcing strategies to reduce risk and enable cost reduction; Develop and maintain key internal stakeholder relationships to evaluate sourcing models; Ensure the health of the supply base by evaluating and selecting suppliers; Conduct comprehensive supplier analysis to formulate a strategic sourcing plan; Maintain vendor delivery of goods and services; Identify and execute cost reduction projects; Utilize negotiations to maximize value and cost savings; Conduct research, perform benchmarking, and gather market analysis; Direct and execute initiatives that support aggressive improvements in supplier quality and cost effectiveness; Benchmark, track, and analyze annual performance metrics; Drive make vs. buy decisions for new products; Execute RFIs and RFPs and manage ongoing contract administration
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC