Senior Sourcing Specialist, Installer Network (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 ofenabling human life on Mars.

SENIOR SOURCING SPECIALIST INSTALLER NETWORK (STARLINK)

Starlink is a revolutionary satellite constellation delivering low-latency broadband internet around the world bringing an unprecedented opportunity to significantly impact communities businesses and governments worldwide. The Starlink supply chain team is seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist who has experience setting up and managing relationships with authorized installers in all regions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in working with vendors within the consumer electronics telecommunications or technology sectors and building strategic channel partnerships. This role requires a deep understanding of the retail landscape across major electronics retailers mass merchants local agents and potentially specialized regional chains.

Success will require systems thinking creativity and excellent communication skills to synthesize information that shapes future products and strategic direction. This is a special opportunity to work at the cutting edge of satellite technologies with a world class team focused on connecting the unconnected!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify assess and establish partnerships with strategic authorized installers aligned with business needs
• Successfully negotiate and close partnership deals between SpaceX and installation partners
• Monitor and assess the service provided by partners and ensure compliance with company standards and customer expectations
• Ensure partner readiness for nationwide coverage
• Prepare and provide regular reports on customer concerns weekly take rates issues and completed installations
• Identify opportunities for improving installation processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Provide comprehensive training and resources to partners for effective product installation
• Demonstrate effective ownership with installation partners by identifying and successfully communicating readiness levels requirements schedules and risks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales engineering regulatory business planning etc.)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in engineering or business discipline
• 3-5 years of experience with procurement/sourcing supply chain or omnichannel sales

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years of experience with procurement/sourcing supply chain or omnichannel sales
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated success in driving partners to achieve growth
• Experience developing vendors or building sales channels in international markets with proven track record of successfully launching and scaling new products
• Independently motivated with a demonstrated track record of project ownership
• Strong interpersonal presentation communication and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated technical aptitude in a professional setting
• Strong proficiency using Microsoft Excel SQL and/or Power BI

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to support critical milestones or operations
• Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX offices and customer locations as needed; up to 25%

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

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 and long-term 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual carryover and use requirements of the law.

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.

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