SpaceX
Global Supply Manager (Raptor)
Hawthorne, CA
Sponsorship not specified$135k-$200kDetected 1 day ago
Data AnalysisNegotiationSupply ChainProcess ImprovementProcurementIntellectual PropertyGD&TLeadershipCommunication
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Lottery odds (Level IV)94
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About the role
- This position is extremely high-visibility with senior leadership & program executives and requires a combination of proven leadership, creativity, and persistence for excellence.
- This is a technical position that requires practical experience in vendor development while being able to effectively balance cost, rate, and engine reliability.
- This candidate should be able to successfully see new product development all the way through to stabilized, high volume production and ensure the right parts are at the right homes in our supply base.
Responsibilities
- Manage the supply base supporting critical commodities for the Raptor product line with an emphasis on build-to-print aerospace components including, but not limited to, machined components and mechanical assemblies.
- Monitor trends and manage costs of parts across the Raptor portfolio and proactively mitigate cost increases by leveraging commercial relationships with suppliers, technical knowledge of the product, and excellent relationships with internal engineering groups.
- Leverage demand forecasts and upcoming design releases to ensure the Raptor supply base has sufficient manufacturing capacity, technical competency, and quality processes to enable aggressive ramp up of vehicle production and absorb slowdowns in times of design change.
- Visit supplier's facilities and accurately assess technical capability, equipment, and capacity for rapid deployment of new product development and long-term production to implement a successful end-to-end product life cycle management strategy and process.
- Ability to develop should - cost models for competitive cost analysis.
- Deliver best in class Total Cost of Ownership and educate more junior members of supply chain team in how to effectively and aggressively approach driving cost down, contracts, and supplier management to yield the best results.
- Install and optimize manufacturing capacity in vendor base to assure continuity of supply in a dynamic environment while driving continuous process improvement to enhance efficiency at vendors and ultimately drive down cost.
- manage costs to ensure alignment with program budgets.
- Utilize negotiations to maximize value, cost savings and priority in terms of delivery for SpaceX while lowering risk; manage costs to ensure alignment with program budgets.
- 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.
Requirements
- Advanced degree and 4+ years of experience working in one or more of the following
- OR bachelor's degree and 6+ years of experience working in one or more of the following
- OR 10+ years of experience working in one or more of the following with an emphasis in CNC machined parts, forgings, or raw materials:
- Experience in identifying and executing an optimized machining supply chain, including raw material, machining, material processing, inspection and logistics.
- Experience in sourcing from a global supply base and raw materials, for machined components and assemblies, with a good intuition for potential success/failure of chosen vendors.
- Exceptional written, verbal and presentation communication skills with ability to concisely summarize/explain risks, successes, and help needed with senior leadership.
- Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours
- Must be able to travel up to 15%
- Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
- OR 10+ years of experience working in one or more of the following with an emphasis in
Skills
- Ability to learn program context and needs quickly to prioritize meeting the goals of the Raptor program and striving for excellence.
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment.
- Conducts all activities with the highest of integrity.
Compensation
- Level 3: $135,000.00 - $200,000.00
- Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
- Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX.
- You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
Benefits
- Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
- Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX.
- You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
- Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
Company info
- 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.
- We are actively seeking candidates who possess comprehensive supply chain experience in strategic negotiations, vendor development and risk mitigation.
- Provide guidance to internal procurement staff and engineering customers on design for manufacturability, supply chain optimization, and cost reduction strategies for mechanical commodities, including machined components, mechanical components, sheet metal, forgings, castings, and hardware, etc.
Equal opportunity
- SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
Visa & Work Authorization
- citizen or national, (ii) U
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