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.
SUPPLY CHAIN SYSTEMS ANALYST (LAUNCH)
The SpaceX Supply Chain Operations team is a critical player supporting the Launch organization and its partners. We are responsible for strategic process and system development to enable the Supply Chain function across the entire cross-functional Launch business. As SpaceX becomes the overall market leader, the Supply Chain Operations Team provides the business with the support and high levels of customer service needed to meet company goals.
We are looking for a talented individual to join the team as a Supply Chain Systems Analyst. This role is responsible for using analytics to provide business-critical insights, ensuring cross-functional alignment of goals and execution between core launch teams and essential support teams such as supply chain, finance, training, EHS, and facilities. You will lead analysis to develop solutions and tools to address challenges, increase efficiency, and enable us to meet our targets. This role involves providing both day-to-day tactical support and longer-term strategic planning expertise to support our ambitious growth targets and daily execution with excellence and precision.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Identify, develop, and implement process improvements across the supply chain to ensure best practices are effectively rolled out across the organization
- Establish deep understanding of supply chain operations across the launch ecosystem (teams, environment, process, hardware, systems, tools, limitations) and ability to effectively articulate, quantify, and realize change opportunities
- Conduct in-depth analyses of complex datasets using SQL and other data tools to identify trends, diagnose issues, inform supply chain strategy and targets, and develop data-driven solutions
- Create reports, automated tools, and standardized metrics for operational measurement and improvement, using SQL queries and software such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and Smartsheet
- Develop and maintain Power BI reporting tools and assist teams in building their own dashboards, including data integrity, tool maintenance, and reporting quality
- Develop automation that mitigates business risk or enables efficiencies within the Launch Supply Chain team
- Partner with software development teams to define requirements, test solutions, and implement Supply Chain system improvements
- Support standardizing data analysis (assumptions, methodology, tools) and assist supply chain teams to facilitate Supply Chain planning, efficiency roadmaps, and demand forecasting
- Integrate with all levels of the business to understand current processes and identify systematic gaps for the department
- Train users and leaders on system developments, assist in troubleshooting, and capture best practices and organizational knowledge
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or mathematics
- 2+ years of experience in an operations analyst, business analysis, product management, applications/software development, or ERP systems support role
- 1+ years of experience using SQL and/or Python in business analysis, product management, applications/software development, or ERP systems support
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 1+ years of experience with ERP/MRP systems in a production environment
- Familiarity with lean principles, six sigma, Kaizen, process analysis, and design
- Experience building data visualization dashboards with Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent
- Ability to rapidly change priorities in a high-paced, dynamic environment
- Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people with a positive attitude
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to create options, cost/benefit scenarios, and formulate concise recommendations with peers and leadership
- Strong communicator, curiosity-driven, and open to receiving and providing feedback
- Advanced Excel proficiencies
- Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships across disciplines and with multiple levels of management
- Technical knowledge and skills in coding and computer applications (e.g., MS Office, VBA, Smartsheet, SQL, Confluence, Jira, Power BI, CAD, etc.)
- Experience with inventory, demand planning, and purchasing
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral
- Must be able to travel - up to 20% work week travel may be required to other sites
- Position may involve long hours and weekend work as needed
- This position is based in Cape Canaveral, FL, and requires being on-site
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.
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