SpaceX · 5 hours ago
Supply Chain Planning Manager (Launch Site)
Cape Canaveral, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expSpaceX is a leading aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company focused on enabling human life on Mars. The Supply Chain Planning Manager will oversee the demand plan and manage the supply chain processes to ensure timely delivery and quality of materials, while also optimizing inventory and costs.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
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 a well-thought-out supply plan that fulfills the needs of the product on time and with quality
Execute purchasing transactions within the scope area by issuing purchase orders for SpaceX programs and ensuring 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 the cause of rejected material and to drive appropriate changes to ensure the 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 stockouts while optimizing the utilization of SpaceX's 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
Qualification
Required
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
Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment
Flexible to work long hours when needed to meet critical deadlines
Preferred
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 a 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 integrity
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
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CFO
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