Capex Sourcing Specialist - Strategic Cost & Supply

SpaceX; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Redmond, WA seeks a Sourcing Specialist, CAPEX (Starlink) to manage capital purchases, forecast demand, and track supplier performance across Equipment, Services, MRO, and custom parts. You will lead negotiations to maximize value while controlling costs and lead times.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, develop sourcing strategies, and ensure contract obligations are met. Travel up to 20% is expected, including international trips, in support of Starlink program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 1+ years in related fields.
• Capital expenditure purchasing experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% (including international travel) and to work onsite in Redmond, WA.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders and resolve blocked invoices for the assigned category.
• Forecast demand, evaluate capacity, and manage supply signals.
• Track supplier performance on cost, delivery, quality, and other metrics.
• Negotiate to maximize value and reduce risk.
• Develop sourcing strategies for Equipment, Services, MRO, and custom parts.
• Lead contract development with legal and manage performance against contracts.
• Build a preferred supplier network to minimize cost and lead time.

Skills

Capital expenditure purchasing

Project management

Supplier negotiations

Cost saving analysis

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

1+ years related experience in engineering/purchasing/contract negotiation/production planning/operations or supply chain

3+ years experience in lieu of degree

Job description

SpaceX in Redmond, WA seeks a Sourcing Specialist, CAPEX (Starlink) to manage capital purchases, forecast demand, and track supplier performance across Equipment, Services, MRO, and custom parts. You will lead negotiations to maximize value while controlling costs and lead times.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, develop sourcing strategies, and ensure contract obligations are met. Travel up to 20% is expected, including international trips, in support of Starlink program