SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNING MANAGER (LAUNCH SITE)

The SpaceX supply chain department is a critical player in our operations. This role will be part of the launch site supply chain team and will be based out of Cape Canaveral, FL. The functions within the team include procurement, planning, fulfillment, supplier development, supplier quality, inventory, and logistics.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for overseeing and managing the demand plan for the product scope
• Create and manage bill of materials in MRP systems for product scope
• Manage inventory, reviewing line of balances, aligning demand supply signals and allocations, maintaining product master data and developing expertise in all material planning systems and reports
• Execute MRP planning messages for production parts
• 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 purchasing transactions within scope area by issuing purchase orders for SpaceX programs and ensure delivery. Manage all relevant master data in MRP to ensure accurate and complete information at all times
• Coordinate with engineering and quality organizations to determine cause of rejected material and to drive appropriate changes to ensure elimination/reduction of those quality issues
• Partner with internal stakeholders on implementing advanced supply chain strategies like long term purchases, design for manufacturing to reduce cost and improve quality
• Proactively manage inventory, prevent stock outs while optimizing the utilization of SpaceX working capital
• Develop and maintain good relationships with vendors and distributors to ensure communication channels are buzzing with real time delivery information and work in progress
• Monitor and manage costs to ensure adherence to project-specific budgets and forecasts
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations
• Proactively update SpaceX management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues
• Analyze supply chain data and report out metrics

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced degree and 3+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 9+ 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

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Technical knowledge in a commodity (e.g. composites raw material, composite component manufacturing, machining, soft goods etc.)
• Experience working on cross-functional new product introduction projects, completing cost models, and negotiating
• Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing/planning functions
• SQL experience
• Tableau, or PowerBI experience
• Advanced skills in MS Excel and Project, able to create pivot tables or macros, and analyze data
• Experience navigating multitier bill of materials and work orders
• APICS certification
• Lean Six Sigma certification
• Exceptional written, verbal and presentation communication skills
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment
• Conducts all activities with the highest of integrity

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
• Willingness to travel between Hawthorne, Cape Canaveral, and Vandenberg

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Supply Chain Planning Manager: $110,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.