Sr. Supply Chain Planner (Starship)

The SpaceX supply chain department is a critical player in our operations. This role will be part of the Supply Chain Launch & Infrastructure team and will be based out of Starbase, Texas. The functions within the team include planning & fulfillment. 

• 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 to 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 materials management for supply questions related to the Starbase Pad
• Proactively update SpaceX management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues
• Resolve purchase order discrepancies and invoice issues
• Analyze procurement data and report metrics
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations

• Advanced degree; or bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 6+ years of experience working in one or more of the following:
  • Engineering
  • Purchasing
  • Contract negotiation
  • Material or production planning
  • Operations or supply chain management
  • Material cost control
  • Master production scheduling

• 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
• Excellent customer service skills
• 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

• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape
• 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

• 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.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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