Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Capital Projects

Spacex; Starbase (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX, based in Starbase, TX, seeks a Sourcing Specialist to drive capital sourcing strategies and supplier partnerships. You will craft cost-reduction programs, evaluate suppliers, and manage purchasing transactions to support SpaceX programs.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and market intelligence to achieve aggressive cost improvements. The position requires 1+ years in sourcing or related fields, a bachelor’s degree, and strong analytical, negotiation, and communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of experience in engineering, supply chain, purchasing, or contract negotiation.
• Experience with cost control, scheduling, and supplier management is preferred.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and contract terms is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create capital sourcing strategies to reduce risk and align with payment terms and targets.
• Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships to optimize product/service value.
• Maintain continuous cost reduction programs and communicate category strategies.
• Evaluate suppliers for capability, quality, reliability, and price competitiveness.
• Conduct supplier analysis to identify new suppliers and ensure continuity of supply.
• Issue purchase orders and manage on-time delivery for SpaceX programs.
• Lead cost reduction projects with planning, coordination, and updates.
• Provide market intelligence and keep stakeholders informed of opportunities.
• Drive make-vs-buy decisions and oversee lifecycle from development to production.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, pricing, and export compliance with suppliers.

Skills

Sourcing strategy development

Stakeholder management

Cost reduction

Supplier evaluation

Vendor negotiation

Data analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

SQL

PowerBI

Job description

SpaceX, based in Starbase, TX, seeks a Sourcing Specialist to drive capital sourcing strategies and supplier partnerships. You will craft cost-reduction programs, evaluate suppliers, and manage purchasing transactions to support SpaceX programs.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and market intelligence to achieve aggressive cost improvements. The position requires 1+ years in sourcing or related fields, a bachelor’s degree, and strong analytical, negotiation, and communication