Global Supply Manager, Fleet, Waste, and Facilities

SpaceX; McGregor (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in McGregor, TX, is seeking a Global Supply Manager to oversee complex contract negotiations and manage supplier performance. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree and significant experience in purchasing or supply chain management.

This role requires onsite presence full-time, with responsibilities including ensuring supply chain efficiency and driving continuous improvements. Candidates must also manage critical deadlines and exhibit exemplary problem-solving capabilities.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree and 4+ years of experience in purchasing, contract negotiation, or supply chain management.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools like Excel, Power BI, or Tableau.
• Ability to travel up to 25% as required.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate complex contracts focusing on pricing and commercial terms.
• Manage supplier performance against KPIs.
• Assist in authoring contract documents with the Legal Department.

Skills

Data analysis tools proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Advanced degree or 4+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

GLOBAL SUPPLY MANAGER, FLEET, WASTE, AND FACILITIES

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. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be the voice of reason and push engineering to make sound design decisions that are conducive to a high performing supply plan.
• Negotiate complex global contracts, focusing on pricing structures, SLAs, and favorable commercial terms.
• Manage suppliers to ensure performance against KPIs and operational metrics. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that result in improved performance and cost reduction. Implement programs that audit supplier invoicing against actual work completed.
• Present value propositions to SpaceX executives, including those related to contract award, cost reviews and cost reduction strategies.
• Contract Management: Responsible for assisting in the authoring of contract documents with the Legal Department. Management of contracts ensuring performance of the supplier to contract obligations. Understand interrelationships between contracts and terms while applying creativity and sound business reasoning to interpret the application of contracts to business needs.
• Execute purchase orders and manage escalation process for “purchase to pay” issues.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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:
  • Purchasing.
  • Contract negotiation.
  • Material or production planning.
  • Operations or supply chain management.
  • Material cost control.
  • Master production scheduling.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, or Tableau) to drive category insights.
• Remarkable problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize appropriately to meet internal customer and company needs.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with strong emotional intelligence and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of internal personnel.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment.
• Conducts all activities with the highest integrity.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines.
• Ability to communicate outside of work hours.
• Must be able to travel - up to 25% travel may be required.
• This position is based in McGregor, TX, and requires being onsite full-time – hybrid and remote work will not be considered.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affiant Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].