Sourcing Manager, CapEx

About the role

SpaceX is seeking a Sourcing Manager to support capital equipment and consumables purchasing for the Starlink program. In this role, you will partner with internal teams to develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost optimization across production equipment. The position requires a professional who can move quickly and influence suppliers on cost, quality, and delivery timelines. You will be responsible for creating and executing sourcing and cost management approaches for capital purchases and production consumables. This role demands technical analysis of production equipment to identify opportunities for cost reduction, space efficiency, and process improvements. Success in this position will require strong negotiation skills to secure favorable pricing, delivery priority, and reduced risk for SpaceX. The ideal candidate will cultivate strong internal and external relationships while driving cross-functional alignment.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Partner with internal stakeholders to create and execute sourcing and cost management approaches for capital purchases and production consumables.
• Analyze production equipment from a technical perspective to find opportunities for cost reduction, space efficiency, and process improvements.
• Lead negotiations to secure favorable pricing, delivery priority, and reduced risk for SpaceX.
• Own project budgets, prepare funding requests, and develop capitalization plans centered on Total Cost of Ownership for your categories.
• Perform market research, benchmarking, and category analysis to inform strategic sourcing decisions.
• Report equipment status to leadership, including schedules, risks, and mitigation plans in a clear and timely manner.
• Monitor projected and actual spending, evaluate budget risks, and deliver clear financial analysis for decision-making.
• Develop sourcing approaches that reduce risk, enable ongoing cost reductions, and align with company targets for payment terms, cash flow, on-time delivery, and savings.
• Cultivate strong internal and external relationships while driving cross-functional alignment to ensure program success.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers to meet evolving program requirements and support growth objectives.
• Coordinate with vendors on setup, installation, repairs, and maintenance support to ensure operational continuity.
• Process purchase orders and manage escalations for purchase-to-pay issues to maintain efficient procurement workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree plus 5+ years of experience in engineering, purchasing, contract negotiation, material or production planning, operations, supply chain management, material cost control, or master production scheduling.
• OR 9+ years of experience in the above areas without a degree.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience in negotiating with suppliers to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
• Strong understanding of capital expenditure principles and Total Cost of Ownership analysis.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and conducting performance evaluations.
• Ability to analyze technical production equipment and identify improvement opportunities.
• Willingness to comply with ITAR regulations and maintain required U.S. citizenship or authorization status.

Nice to have

• 3+ years of capital expenditure purchasing experience.
• Multi-category purchasing background.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Experience overseeing large-scale capital projects.
• Problem-solving mindset with a preference for speed.
• Ability to learn quickly and prioritize effectively.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Clear written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Solid analytical capabilities.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• High attention to detail and self-motivation.
• Comfort working in a fast-changing environment.

Practical notes

• Travel up to 50% of the work week may be required, including international trips.
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when deadlines demand it.
• ITAR restriction applies: candidates must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.
• Applicants needing reasonable accommodation or wishing to view the Affirmative Action Plan may contact EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

This role is integral to the success of the Starlink program and requires a dedicated professional who can manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. The Sourcing Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that capital equipment and consumables are sourced efficiently and cost-effectively. The position involves significant responsibility for budget management, financial analysis, and supplier relationship oversight. You will be expected to drive continuous improvement across procurement processes and identify new opportunities for optimization. The role requires a deep understanding of market conditions and the ability to leverage data to support strategic sourcing decisions. You will play a key role in ensuring that SpaceX can meet its production and delivery goals while maintaining strict cost controls. The position offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects within a fast-growing and innovative organization. Success in this role will be measured by your ability to deliver cost savings, manage risk, and support operational excellence. The Sourcing Manager will be a critical partner in the execution of the Starlink program's procurement strategy.