Strategic Construction & Capital Equipment Sourcing Lead

SpaceX; Texas; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Starbase, TX is seeking a Sourcing Manager for Capital Equipment & Construction to lead procurement for Starship production, launch infrastructure, and Starbase expansion. You will develop strategies for construction services, equipment, and related trades, and collaborate with legal and project teams to align with schedule and budget.

The role requires strong negotiation, bid management, and vendor management expertise, plus experience with construction contracts, change orders, and

Qualifications

• Advanced degree with 3+ years in engineering, supply chain, purchasing, or contracts.
• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in similar fields or 9+ years total.
• Experience with construction procurement of capital equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for construction services and capital equipment.
• Lead bid packages, RFIs, RFPs, RFQs and bid evaluations.
• Review designs and specs for compliance and constructability.
• Perform market analysis and should-cost modeling.
• Create and manage construction contracts and purchase orders.
• Manage contractor/vendor relationships and ensure schedule, safety, quality.
• Present value propositions and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Drive sourcing strategies and KPI programs for the supply base.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Bid management

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Cost analysis

Supply chain

Education

Advanced degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

SpaceX in Starbase, TX is seeking a Sourcing Manager for Capital Equipment & Construction to lead procurement for Starship production, launch infrastructure, and Starbase expansion. You will develop strategies for construction services, equipment, and related trades, and collaborate with legal and project teams to align with schedule and budget.

The role requires strong negotiation, bid management, and vendor management expertise, plus experience with construction contracts, change orders, and