Sourcing Manager, Ground Infrastructure (Starlink)

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. SOURCING MANAGER, GROUND INFRASTRUCTURE (STARLINK) The Infrastructure Operations team is looking for a Sourcing Manager to grow our team and further the international development, expansion, and operation of Starlink ground infrastructure. As a Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for solving unique operational challenges in your market and finding strategic ways to leverage global and regional resources that create cost savings, speed activation of our assets, and facilitate customer growth and quality of service over time. This role is in need of individuals who are creative, fast problem solvers, and ready to take on challenges outside of their comfort zone. Your goal is to help the team improve the way we work with supplier partners, operate and maintain current Starlink ground infrastructure, and to find creative ways to deliver reliable service to customers all around the world! RESPONSIBILITIES: Source and establish the regional and global supplier partnerships needed to acquire, build, expand, and successfully operate Starlink’s ground infrastructure in a given market Develop the regional business, cultural, and regulatory expertise needed to support financial planning, inform supplier management and strategy, and facilitate ongoing operations Execute agreements and develop commercial models that support partnerships with key suppliers and address the near-term needs of the team today as well as Starlink’s future growth plans Create a scalable approach to assessing and improving the health of our current and future ground infrastructure. Define what “financial and operational success” means through measurement of qualitative and quantitative performance metrics Work directly with cross-functional teams, including infrastructure, reliability, legal, billing and payments, finance, and design teams, to identify areas for operational improvement, and quantify impact to business 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: Ability to tackle complex and ambiguous problems, shepherd the right resources, and drive to quantifiable results Ability to adapt and build processes that can flex to changing requirements and strategy Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and ability to articulate challenging topics to executive audiences External supplier management, contracting, and negotiation experience Development experience in Python, C# or other object-oriented language Experience or interest in data analysis, data visualization, and/or financial analysis Demonstrates commitment to SpaceX’s goals of reusability, renewability, and sustainability ADDITIONAL REQUREMENTS: Willingness to travel up to 25% Willingness to work long hours when needed to meet critical deadlines COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Sourcing 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 disco