Senior Mechanical Sourcing Specialist - Starshield

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Sr. Sourcing Specialist to manage sourcing for hardware in the Starshield satellite constellation. The ideal candidate will have a background in procurement or supply chain management, with strong skills in data analysis and effective communication. Key responsibilities include placing purchase orders, managing supplier performance, and developing sourcing strategies. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including stock options, health coverage, and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years experience in relevant fields.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Experience with forecasting and demand planning.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders and resolve blocked invoices.
• Forecast demand and manage supply signals.
• Communicate clearly to influence vendor decisions.

Skills

Purchasing

Procurement

Material planning

Production planning

Data analysis using Excel

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

5+ years of experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

ERP systems

PowerBI

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Sr. Sourcing Specialist to manage sourcing for hardware in the Starshield satellite constellation. The ideal candidate will have a background in procurement or supply chain management, with strong skills in data analysis and effective communication. Key responsibilities include placing purchase orders, managing supplier performance, and developing sourcing strategies. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including stock options, health coverage, and paid vacation.