Onsite Sourcing Specialist - High-Impact Hardware

SpaceX Corp.; Bastrop, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a supply chain professional to support Starlink production through strategic procurement, forecasting, and supplier management. You will work closely with engineering and manufacturing to develop sourcing strategies and ensure timely delivery of parts and assemblies.

The role requires collaboration across departments, ability to interpret engineering drawings, and a proven track record in delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years experience in purchasing, procurement, material planning, production planning, supply chain management, or engineering in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with MRP or ERP systems, and with managing BOMs, work orders, and purchase orders.
• Detail-oriented, fast-paced environment—prioritize multiple projects and deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders and resolve blocked invoices related to assigned category.
• Forecast demand, evaluate capacity, and manage supply signals to adjust incoming material.
• Track high risk components and supplier delivery performance.
• Communicate clearly to influence decisions of vendors and senior leadership.
• Interpret engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Create sourcing strategies for custom items and other categories.
• Develop a preferred supplier network to minimize cost and lead time.

Skills

MRP/ERP experience

Forecasting & demand planning

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years in purchasing/procurement/supply chain

APICS certification

Six Sigma certification

Tools

ERP systems

Bill of Materials management

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a supply chain professional to support Starlink production through strategic procurement, forecasting, and supplier management. You will work closely with engineering and manufacturing to develop sourcing strategies and ensure timely delivery of parts and assemblies.

The role requires collaboration across departments, ability to interpret engineering drawings, and a proven track record in delivering results in a fast-paced environment.