Sr. Supply Chain Planner (Launch Site)

印慣敘; Cape Canaveral (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Supply Chain Planner to join their launch site team in Cape Canaveral. This pivotal role involves managing inventory, developing supply plans, and ensuring continuity of supply for critical operations. The ideal candidate will have a blend of strong analytical skills, leadership experience, and a background in supply chain management. This position offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects that contribute to humanity's exploration of space, all while fostering strong supplier relationships and driving improvements in part quality. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in dynamic environments, this role could be perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years experience or 6+ years in supply chain management.
• Proven leadership and analytical skills required for effective problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels and align demand supply signals effectively.
• Develop supply plans ensuring timely and quality product delivery.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Leadership Skills

Customer Service Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced Degree

Tools

SQL

MS Office Suite

ERP Systems

Job description

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.

SR. SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER (LAUNCH SITE)

The SpaceX supply chain department is a critical player in our operations. This role will be part of the launch site supply chain team and will be based out of Cape Canaveral, FL. The functions within the team include procurement, planning, fulfillment, supplier development, supplier quality, inventory, and logistics.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage inventory level targets, review line of balances, align demand supply signals and allocations, maintain product master data, and develop expertise in in-house systems and reports
• Mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply by constructing and executing to a well thought out supply plan that fulfills the needs of the product on time and with quality
• Execute material resource planning (MRP) planning messages for production parts
• Be the “go to” resource for engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and new product introduction teams when determining best value suppliers, NPI sourcing plans, make vs. buy, should cost, buy complete strategies, lead times, etc.
• Drive design for manufacturability reviews with support from supplier quality and engineering
• Champion value-add and value engineering projects to improve part quality and reduce cost
• Mitigate sole/single source risk and ensure continuity of supply
• Proactively update SpaceX management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Visit supplier’s facilities and accurately assess technical capability, equipment, and capacity
• Resolve purchase order discrepancies and invoice issues
• Analyze procurement data and report metrics
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced degree; or bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 6+ years of experience working in one or more of the following:
• Engineering
• Purchasing
• Contract negotiation
• Material or production planning
• Operations or supply chain management
• Material cost control
• Master production scheduling

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 1+ years of experience using SQL in business analysis, product management, applications/software development, or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems support
• Technical procurement, manufacturing, and vendor management experience
• Experience reading datasheets, drawings, and blueprints
• Proven track record of leadership and team building skills
• Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing/planning functions
• Knowledge and skills in current technologies and applications (e.g. MS Office Suite, Access, SQL, etc.)
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs
• Excellent customer service skills
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment
• Conducts all activities with the highest levels of integrity

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• This position may require working an adjusted work week schedule i.e. Tuesday - Saturday
• Must be able to travel - up to 35% work week travel may be required, including international travel
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones
• This position is based in Cape Canaveral, FL and requires being onsite - remote work not 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 Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].