Space Systems Sourcing Specialist II

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical HMO

Company 401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Sick leave

11 paid holidays

Employee stock purchase program

Onsite gym

Discounts and perks

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA seeks a Sourcing Specialist II to manage purchase orders, secure materials, and support engineering through production ramp. You will collaborate with suppliers, negotiate terms, and maintain ERP data while ensuring cost, quality, and delivery goals.

This role requires travel up to 10% domestically and internationally, and offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, 401(k) with company match, and more.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience sourcing, onboarding, and negotiating pricing with suppliers.
• Proven knowledge of purchasing processes.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of time.

Responsibilities

• Place all purchase orders for Rocket Lab.
• Ensure on-time delivery of materials to Rocket Lab.
• Manage supplier relationships and RFQ process for best price.
• Coordinate with Engineering to meet procurement requirements and provide order status.
• Maintain purchase orders data in the ERP system.

Skills

Sourcing and negotiation

Purchasing processes

Vendor relation management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA seeks a Sourcing Specialist II to manage purchase orders, secure materials, and support engineering through production ramp. You will collaborate with suppliers, negotiate terms, and maintain ERP data while ensuring cost, quality, and delivery goals.

This role requires travel up to 10% domestically and internationally, and offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, 401(k) with company match, and more.