Global Network Sourcing Manager Starlink
Global Network Sourcing Manager Starlink
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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 ofenabling human life on Mars.
GLOBAL NETWORK SOURCING MANAGER (STARLINK)
One of the most ambitious missions that SpaceX has undertaken to date the Starlink constellation is our solution to providing reliable internet to the entire world. Starlink is looking for Network Acquisition Manager to support Starlink Ground Network team to grow Starlink AS14593 into one of the biggest Internet Services Provider (ISPs) in the world. In this role you will be tasked with sourcing negotiating and contracting with ISPs Data Center providers IXs and other Infrastructure services providers to stand up Starlink Points of Presence (PoPs) in existing and new countries of operation. This role requires a candidate who demonstrates total ownership of their respective territories can manage multiple international vendors from different cultures effectively create strategic partnerships meet strict deadlines is flexible to adjust per the engineering team needs and is a creative problem solver. The functions within the department include sourcing new suppliers cost analysis creating regional supplier strategy negotiations of pricing and MSA and collaborating cross functionally with legal finance AP etc.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Securing various infrastructure resources such Colocation IP Transit IPLC/Backbone Capacities as needed to set up PoPs in new countries or expanding services in an established country
- Manage Strategic Supplier Relationships negotiate complex supplier agreements and MSA(s)
- Work directly with crossfunctional teams including Peering team Legal NOC AP Finance to design the ideal infrastructure for the assigned region
- Conduct market research collect intelligence and for fiber and supplier development in your region.
- Provide guidance to business leaders by understanding acquisition strategy market dynamics risk and exposure and longterm planning
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree and 4 years of experience working in one or more of the following; OR 6 years of experience working in one or more of the following in lieu of a degree:
- Engineering
- Purchasing
- Contract negotiation
- Material or production planning
- Operations or supply chain management
- Material cost control
- Master production scheduling
- Capital equipment sourcing
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in managing highspend portfolios (i.e. $10M)
- Experience managing an international supplier base or working internationally
- Selfstarting able to identify areas for improvement with minimal direction
- Experience with forecasting demand planning and lead time analysis
- Ability to tackle complex and ambiguous problems and define operational processes
- Detailoriented selfmotivated and able to respond quickly to a fastmoving and everchanging environment. Capability to prioritize multiple ongoing projects
- Strong track record for achieving results; must be able to reference wins and quantify impact
- Strong skills in data analysis using Excel SQL and PowerBI
- Effective written and verbal communications skills with strong ability to communicate to all levels of internal personnel
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willingness to travel up to 20 as needed
- Willingness to work long hours when needed to meet critical deadlines
- May need to work irregular hours with global suppliers in different time zones
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a casebycase basis and may vary based on the following considerations: jobrelated 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 longterm incentives in the form of company stock stock options or longterm 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 and longterm disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays 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 SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to.
Required Experience:
Exec
Employment Type
Full Time
