Strategic Raw Materials Sourcing Specialist

Rocket Lab Corporation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock purchase program

Medical plans

Dental and vision

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Sourcing Specialist II – Raw Materials in Long Beach, CA. You will shape our raw materials strategy for metals, composites, and powders, and lead supplier engagements across RFPs, negotiations, and onboarding to meet cost, quality, and delivery goals.

You will partner with Engineering to anticipate procurement needs and ensure timely material availability for Rocket Lab’s rocket and satellite programs. Competitive benefits and stock options accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience as Buyer, Manufacturing Engineer, or equivalent.
• Proven ability to source, onboard, and negotiate pricing with suppliers.
• Knowledge of purchasing processes.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a raw material sourcing strategy for global operations.
• Lead end-to-end supplier engagement, RFIs/RFPs, selection, and onboarding.
• Analyze spend, market dynamics, and supplier capabilities for cost optimization.
• Drive TCO improvements through supplier consolidation and standardization.
• Own the sourcing process and maintain ERP data integrity.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiations

Procurement

Supplier relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Supply Chain or Business

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Sourcing Specialist II – Raw Materials in Long Beach, CA. You will shape our raw materials strategy for metals, composites, and powders, and lead supplier engagements across RFPs, negotiations, and onboarding to meet cost, quality, and delivery goals.

You will partner with Engineering to anticipate procurement needs and ensure timely material availability for Rocket Lab’s rocket and satellite programs. Competitive benefits and stock options accompany this role.