Global Supply Manager, Printed Circuit Board PCB/PCBA (Starlink) at SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA, United States
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.
GLOBAL SUPPLY MANAGER, PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS PCB/PCBA (STARLINK)
The SpaceX Supply Chain Department is a critical player in our operations. To capitalize on our technical and market success, our team will execute large-scale projects that will define the bottom-line for the company. The functions within the department include procurement, planning and fulfillment, supplier development and quality, logistics and inventory. As SpaceX becomes the overall market leader, they will position us to maximize valuation, fuel growth and ensure achievement.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and execute PCB sourcing strategies in both fabrication and raw material supply chain
Analyze supplier spend, capacity and facilitate and support overall supplier negotiation and engagement strategies
Participate, support and execute long term agreements with strategic suppliers
Lead supplier quality, development, and performance teams to execute the strategic procurement vision
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, and lead times, etc.
Build cross functional teams and champion continuous improvement initiatives for cost, quality, and delivery
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
Lead quarterly business reviews with PCB fabrication houses and key raw material suppliers
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 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
Interpret the conditions and terms of contracts including fiscal and legal implications and advises management on all significant procedures and regulations affecting the contract
Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations
Act as liaison with external and internal customers on all matters affecting contractual agreements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Technical procurement, manufacturing, or electronic component and board level commodity experience
Proven track record of leadership and team building skills
Experience in production purchasing preferred
Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
Knowledge and skills in current technologies and applications, e.g. MS Office Suite, SQL, Access, 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
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 of integrity
Previous work experience reading datasheets, drawings and blueprints
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
May need work irregular hours with global suppliers in different time-zones.
Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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 notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.