<div>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.</div> SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER (STARSHIP) The integration and catch tower and orbital launch mount will redefine ground support systems for launch vehicles as we know it, with the ultimate goal being to launch, catch, and relaunch orbital boosters in hours or days instead weeks or months. The SpaceX supply chain department is a critical player in these 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. The functions within the department include procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, logistics and inventory. SpaceX supply chain will play a key role in enabling SpaceX to meet the ambitious growth targets and greatly contribute in making us a multi-planetary species. RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul> <li>Responsible for managing and continuously improving both demand and supply plans associated with the Starship design group</li> <li>Maintain accuracy and audit bill of materials in MRP systems in preparation for production at rate</li> <li>Manage inventory level targets, reviewing line of balances, aligning demand supply signals and allocations, maintaining product master data and developing expertise in in-house systems and reports</li> <li>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</li> <li>Execute MRP planning messages for production parts</li> <li>Issue purchase orders for production ready (post-NPI handoff) requirements and ensure delivery. Manage relevant purchase order master data to ensure timely delivery and provide production with dependable delivery signals</li> <li>Coordinate with engineering, production, and quality organizations to determine change cut in and reduce obsolescence of material and eliminate/reduce quality issues</li> <li>Partner with internal stakeholders on implementing advanced supply chain strategies like long term purchases, design for manufacturing to reduce cost and improve quality</li> <li>Proactively manage inventory, prevent stock outs while optimizing the utilization of SpaceX working capital</li> <li>Develop and maintain good relationships with vendors and distributors to ensure communication channels are buzzing with real time delivery information and work in progress</li> <li>Monitor and manage costs to ensure adherence to project-specific budgets and forecasts</li> <li>Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations</li> <li>Proactively update SpaceX management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues</li> <li>Analyze supply chain data and report out metrics</li> </ul> BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of experience working in a supply chain, production, or engineering function</li> </ul> PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: <ul> <li>2+ years of experience in material planning, supply chain, production, project management, or engineering</li> <li>Technical knowledge in a commodity (e.g. machining, sheet metal fabrication, tube bending and assembly, weldment assembly, soft goods etc.)</li> <li>Proven success working on cross-functional new product introduction projects, completing cost models, and negotiating</li> <li>Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing/planning functions</li> <li>SQL experience</li> <li>PowerBI experience</li> <li>Advanced skills in MS Excel and Project, able to create pivot tables or macros, and analyze data</li> <li>Experience navigating multitier bill of materials and work orders</li> <li>APICS certification</li> <li>Lean Six Sigma certification</li> <li>Exceptional written, verbal and presentation communication skills</li> <li>Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment</li> <li>Able to conduct all activities with the highest of integrity</li> <li>Understanding of block-chain powered supply chain platforms to boost efficiency, traceability, and transparency</li> </ul> ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: <ul> <li>Must be able to travel - up to 50% work week travel may be required, including international travel</li> <li>Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones</li> <li>This position is based in Brownsville, TX and requires being onsite - remote work not considered</li> </ul><div>ITAR REQUIREMENTS: <ul> <li>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 <a href="https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&amp;sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987">here</a>.  </li> </ul> 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. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to <a href="mailto:EEOCompliance@spacex.com">EEOCompliance@spacex.com</a>. </div>

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