Global Satellite Supply Manager — Onsite Bastrop, TX

SpaceX; Texas; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Global Supply Manager for Satellites (Starmind) based in Bastrop, TX. You will lead sourcing for orbital data-center satellites, build supplier relationships, and drive cost-saving initiatives across complex programs.

You will interface with executives, manage budgets, and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery and favorable payment terms. This role requires up to 50% travel and full onsite presence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 6+ years in engineering, purchasing, contract negotiation, materials planning, or supply chain.
• Alternatively, 10+ years in one or more listed areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the supply base to support sourcing for satellite technology.
• Provide weekly team status reporting to leadership.
• Train and mentor team members to drive continuous improvement.
• Work with key suppliers to develop sourcing and cost-management strategies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align sourcing with capital purchases and production consumables.
• Analyze production equipment and opportunities for cost, space, and process optimization using data.

Skills

Negotiation

Global sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Cost optimization

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Global Supply Manager for Satellites (Starmind) based in Bastrop, TX. You will lead sourcing for orbital data-center satellites, build supplier relationships, and drive cost-saving initiatives across complex programs.

You will interface with executives, manage budgets, and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery and favorable payment terms. This role requires up to 50% travel and full onsite presence.