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Fulfillment Buyer 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.

FULFILLMENT BUYER

We are a progressive procurement organization pushing the boundaries of traditional procurement reputation and methodologies. We're looking for individuals who can think outside the box to achieve company objectives regarding value and partnerships with our suppliers. Our organization moves quickly, and you must too. SpaceX has the unique ability and desire to influence and shape suppliers to be better with us as we challenge our supply chain on cost, quality and delivery. We're looking for the right person who is equipped and ready for these challenges to join our team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Issue purchase orders quickly and without error

• Ensure purchase orders are acknowledged by suppliers

• Obtain the original promise date from suppliers

• Review open order report and manage deliveries

• Resolve invoice issues and ensuring that vendors are paid on time

• Expedite parts as necessary

• Act as customer service for SpaceX internal customers

• Support buyers in cost savings initiatives

• Lead miscellaneous procurement projects

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or a similar technical discipline

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Purchasing experience, specifically related to capital equipment or indirect buying

• Remarkable problem-solving skills with a bias for speed

• Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs

• Excellent customer service skills

• Effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills

• Strong technical knowledge of MS Office Suite

• Ability to conduct all activities with the highest degree of integrity

• Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment

• Ability to type 75+ WPM

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Position requires ability to work overtime when needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .

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.

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• Location:
  Hawthorne, California
• Company:
  SpaceX