Supply Chain Planner (Launch Site)

SpaceX; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Cape Canaveral, FL is seeking a Supply Chain Planner (Launch Site) to drive inventory targets, optimize demand signals, and partner with engineering, manufacturing, and NPI teams to secure cost-effective material flow.

You will analyze procurement data, manage supplier relationships, visit supplier facilities, and ensure on-time delivery while adhering to government regulations. This on-site role may require travel up to 35% and occasionally adjusted work weeks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of experience in purchasing, material or production planning, or operations.
• Alternatively, 3+ years in one or more of these areas.
• Experience in cost control and supplier management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory level targets, review line of balances, align demand signals and allocations, maintain product master data.
• Mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply by constructing and executing a well thought out supply plan that fulfills the needs of the product on time and with quality.
• Execute 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 the supplier’s facilities and accurately assess technical capability, equipment, and capacity.
• Execute MRP planning messages for production parts.
• Resolve purchase order discrepancies and invoice issues
• Analyze procurement data and report metrics
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations

Skills

Purchasing

Material planning

Operations management

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL

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.

SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER (LAUNCH SITE)

SpaceX is on a fast track to become the market leader in various product categories, including US-based human spaceflight, rapid vehicle reusability, internet services through the Starlink constellation, and other exciting projects. The SpaceX supply chain department is a critical player in our operations. To capitalize on SpaceX’s technological and market-changing successes, our team will be part of managing an agile, yet robust, supply chain that will enable a competitive advantage for the company. SpaceX's supply chain will play a key role in enabling SpaceX to meet these ambitious growth targets and greatly contribute to making us a multi-planetary species.

This is a high-profile, operationally critical position that plays an integral role in enabling our launch manifest and key developmental goals. We are a progressive procurement organization pushing the boundaries of traditional procurement reputation and methodologies. We are looking for individuals who can think outside the box to achieve company objectives regarding value and partnerships with our suppliers. Our organization moves quickly, and you must too. SpaceX has the unique ability and desire to influence and shape suppliers to be better with us as we challenge our supply chain on cost, quality, and delivery. The Supply Chain team has aggressive objectives that positively impact our product and bottom line. We are looking for the right person who is equipped and ready for these challenges to join our team.

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 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 the supplier’s facilities and accurately assess technical capability, equipment, and capacity
• Execute MRP planning messages for production parts
• 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:

• Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 3+ years of experience working in one or more of the following:
• Purchasing
• Material or production planning
• Operations or supply chain management
• Material cost control

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
• 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 on-site - remote work not considered
• 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 .

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