Strategic Sourcing Lead – Capital Construction

SpaceX; Florida; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Sourcing Manager for Capital Equipment & Construction (Starship) to lead procurement strategies for construction services and related capital equipment across Starbase projects. You will guide bid processes, evaluate contracts, and manage supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery and cost targets.

You will review engineering designs for constructability, develop should-cost models, and work with legal and project stakeholders to finalize contracts and change orders.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree or 5+ years with a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Purchasing, Contract negotiation, Operations, or Construction management.
• Experience in procurement for construction services and capital equipment.
• Travel up to 50% may be required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for construction services and capital equipment.
• Lead bid packages and manage RFIs, RFPs, RFQs and contractor prequalification.
• Review designs and specs to ensure compliance and constructability.
• Perform market analysis and should-cost modeling for value purchasing.
• Create, negotiate, and administer construction contracts and purchase orders.
• Manage contractor relationships, safety, quality, and schedule performance.
• Present value propositions and cost-reduction opportunities to management.
• Lead cost engineering projects and KPI monitoring for construction supply base.
• Drive sourcing strategies to support Starship programs and site expansion.

Skills

Engineering

Purchasing

Contract negotiation

Operations management

Construction management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Sourcing Manager for Capital Equipment & Construction (Starship) to lead procurement strategies for construction services and related capital equipment across Starbase projects. You will guide bid processes, evaluate contracts, and manage supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery and cost targets.

You will review engineering designs for constructability, develop should-cost models, and work with legal and project stakeholders to finalize contracts and change orders.