Material Planner

Material Planner

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.

This high-profile, cross-functional position plays an integral role in supporting the design, build, and test of launch vehicles and test equipment. Join the team as a material planner to manage supply and demand signals at the SpaceX Rocket Development and Test Facility, balancing fast-paced development builds and rigorous production requirements. You will work closely with a full spectrum of partners, including engineering, purchasing, supply chain, technicians, and suppliers. With engine tests happening on site, you can see the impact of your work and watch your products come to life every day!

Responsibilities :

• Release purchase orders, work orders, inventory transfers, and planning messages to prevent shortages, ensure on-time delivery, monitor inventory / demand, initiate purchase signals, and maintain healthy stock levels
• Maintain accurate Bills of Material (BOM) for assemblies, including identifying critical spares and determining optimal quantities in collaboration with engineering
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, supply chain, and other stakeholders to enhance efficiencies, processes, data integrity, material / information flow, and cross-disciplinary relationships
• Analyze, forecast, and report supply chain data using SQL, Excel, and Power BI
• Identify and implement improvements in cost, quality, lead time, and processes, including automation of planning / sourcing activities and new methods for critical component flow
• Resolve production / supply chain blockers and serve as the primary point of contact for issues, embodying customer service for technicians, engineers, and management
• Develop strategies for optimal stock levels and reorder points based on part criticality, lead times, pricing, and consumption rates
• Assess and leverage supplier capabilities, capacity, equipment, and risks in procurement; handle invoice resolution while meeting quality and cost targets.
• Other duties as assigned

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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.