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.

PURCHASING PLANNER (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY)

The SpaceX purchasing department is a critical player in our corporate operations. This role will be responsible for supporting our Information Technology team. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Place a high volume of purchase orders and maintain accurate inventory levels for Information Technology hardware
• Ensure supply continuity by executing a well-thought-out demand plan that optimizes working capital
• Expand IT planning scope as needed, train stakeholders and set-up part numbers
• Coordinates with accounts payable and receiving to resolve invoice issues, and proactively addresses root cause of issues to avoid re-occurrence
• Challenges internal stakeholders’ expedite requirements to control logistics costs and works directly with suppliers to improve logistics policy adherence
• Develop demand models specific to category/project strategies
• Ensure data integrity and strategic alignment by working closely with suppliers, stakeholders, and procurement managers
• Provide regular updates to internal customers and team members on project status and lead meetings including suppliers
• Provide forecasts to suppliers and to purchasing team members as needed for RFPs
• Be the go-to contact for internal customers to resolve supply issues and address new demand
• Analyze data derived from SQL to identify opportunities

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or other technical or business disciplines

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing/planning functions
• Detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment
• Advanced excel skills
• Excellent customer service skills (courtesy, professionalism)
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Coalition-building skills, including proven success working on cross-functional projects
• Experience with IT hardware procurement or supply chains

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to travel - up to 10% work week travel may be required
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones
• Ability to communicate outside of work hours
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - hybrid and remote work not considered

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Purchasing Planner: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00/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 discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• 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 here.  

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.