SpaceX

1 month ago

Sr. Global Supply Manager, Battery and Raw Materials (Starlink)

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Job Summary

SpaceX is seeking a Senior Global Supply Manager for Starlink batteries and raw materials. You will own sourcing, supplier qualification, and risk management for battery materials, collaborate with engineering and manufacturing, drive strategic supply chain initiatives, and ensure on-time production of Starlink components from suppliers globally.

Location: Redmond

Workplace: Onsite

Employment Type: Full time

Job Function: Procurement & Sourcing

Seniority: Sr. Manager level

Key Responsibilities

•Develop deep expertise in battery cell chemistries, materials (anodes, cathodes, electrolytes, separators, current collectors), and manufacturing processes to qualify suppliers and resolve technical supply issues
•Manage sourcing and risk for critical battery raw materials and compounds (lithium, nickel, cobalt, graphite, silicon, manganese, lithium salts, electrolytes, etc.), including price volatility, geopolitical constraints, and ethical/sustainability requirements
•Evaluate and qualify battery cell manufacturers and material suppliers on technical capabilities such as cell performance (energy density, cycle life, safety), production yield, quality systems, and scalability
•Drive supply chain strategies for battery-specific challenges including long-lead custom cells, cell-to-pack integration components, and emerging technologies
•Place purchase orders and resolve blocked invoices

Travel: High travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 160,000 - 210,000 annually

Equity and Bonus:Equity

Perks:MedicalVisionDental401kDisabilityLife InsurancePaid ParentalPaid LeavePaid HolidaysShuttle Service

Key Requirements

•Advanced degree and 9+ years of experience in Engineering, Purchasing, Contract negotiation, Materials or production planning, Operations or supply chain management, Material cost control, Master production scheduling, or Capital equipment sourcing; OR a bachelor’s degree with 11+ years, OR 15+ years of experience in the same areas.

Experience:9+ yearsSpaceSupply chainStarlink

Education:Master's

Skills:CommunicationProblem-solvingAttention to detailData analysisProject management

Certifications:APICSSix Sigma

Languages:English

Tech Stack:ExcelSQLPowerBI

Company Brief

SpaceX

Designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers, aiming to reduce space transportation costs and enable human life on Mars through reusable launch vehicles and integrated space systems.

Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing

Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)

Growth: Established Company

Valuation: Hectocorn (USD 100B+)

Funding: Series E+

Headquarters: Hawthorne, United States

Founded: 2002

Glassdoor: 4.2

Website LinkedIn

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SpaceX

1 month ago

Sr. Global Supply Manager, Battery and Raw Materials (Starlink)

✓ Verified Job

Canonical indexed version, validated from employer's careers page.

Source: Company careers pageValidated by: Fursa AI

Last checked: 2 hours agoStatus: Live

Job Summary

Location: Redmond

Workplace: Onsite

Employment Type: Full time

Job Function: Procurement & Sourcing

Seniority: Sr. Manager level

Key Responsibilities

•Develop deep expertise in battery cell chemistries, materials (anodes, cathodes, electrolytes, separators, current collectors), and manufacturing processes to qualify suppliers and resolve technical supply issues
•Manage sourcing and risk for critical battery raw materials and compounds (lithium, nickel, cobalt, graphite, silicon, manganese, lithium salts, electrolytes, etc.), including price volatility, geopolitical constraints, and ethical/sustainability requirements
•Evaluate and qualify battery cell manufacturers and material suppliers on technical capabilities such as cell performance (energy density, cycle life, safety), production yield, quality systems, and scalability
•Drive supply chain strategies for battery-specific challenges including long-lead custom cells, cell-to-pack integration components, and emerging technologies
•Place purchase orders and resolve blocked invoices

Travel: High travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 160,000 - 210,000 annually

Equity and Bonus:Equity

Perks:MedicalVisionDental401kDisabilityLife InsurancePaid ParentalPaid LeavePaid HolidaysShuttle Service

Key Requirements

•Advanced degree and 9+ years of experience in Engineering, Purchasing, Contract negotiation, Materials or production planning, Operations or supply chain management, Material cost control, Master production scheduling, or Capital equipment sourcing; OR a bachelor’s degree with 11+ years, OR 15+ years of experience in the same areas.

Experience:9+ yearsSpaceSupply chainStarlink

Education:Master's

Skills:CommunicationProblem-solvingAttention to detailData analysisProject management

Certifications:APICSSix Sigma

Languages:English

Tech Stack:ExcelSQLPowerBI

Company Brief

SpaceX

Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing

Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)

Growth: Established Company

Valuation: Hectocorn (USD 100B+)

Funding: Series E+

Headquarters: Hawthorne, United States

Founded: 2002

Glassdoor: 4.2

Website LinkedIn