Sourcing Leader, Starship Programs (Onsite Starbase)

Spacex; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX seeks a Sourcing Manager for the Starship program. The role focuses on building robust supplier relations, driving cost reductions, and aligning procurement with MRP demands to support Starship manufacturing at Starbase, TX.

You will own contracting strategies and lead cross-functional efforts with engineering and production teams. The position requires extensive travel, on-site work at SpaceX facilities, and experience in advanced procurement, negotiation, and supply chain planning.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree and 3+ years of experience in Engineering, Purchasing, Contract negotiation, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in one or more of the listed areas; or 9+ years in related fields.
• Experience with master production scheduling and cost control within manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supplier spend, capacity, and develop negotiation strategies.
• Lead complex outsourcing and cross-functional projects with suppliers.
• Negotiate high-value contracts including terms, pricing, and IP.
• Coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing to meet build schedules.
• Develop commodity strategies and manage supplier performance metrics.

Skills

Engineering

Purchasing

Contract negotiation

Material planning

Operations management

Cost control

Master production scheduling

Education

Advanced degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

SQL

Access

Job description

SpaceX seeks a Sourcing Manager for the Starship program. The role focuses on building robust supplier relations, driving cost reductions, and aligning procurement with MRP demands to support Starship manufacturing at Starbase, TX.

You will own contracting strategies and lead cross-functional efforts with engineering and production teams. The position requires extensive travel, on-site work at SpaceX facilities, and experience in advanced procurement, negotiation, and supply chain planning.