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Sourcing Specialist II

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · On-site

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About Rocket Lab

The end-to-end space company delivering reliable launch services, spacecraft, satellite components. Backed by Bessemer and Khosla.

About the role

Join one of the world's fastest-growing space companies and own a piece of it. In addition to competitive base pay, you'll receive company stock as part of your total compensation package , giving you a direct stake in our success. As we expand to new launch sites, groundbreaking missions, and global markets, your ownership has the opportunity to grow alongside the company. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Management, or other relevant fields
  • 2+ years of related experience as Buyer, Manufacturing Engineer, or equivalent
  • Proven ability to source, onboard, and negotiate pricing with suppliers
  • Proven knowledge of purchasing processes
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of time
More about this role

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

SUPPLY CHAIN

Rocket Lab’s Supply Chain team orchestrates the seamless flow of materials, products, and components across the entire organization. As many of our products serve as mission-critical elements for both Rocket Lab and our customers, the Supply Chain team plays a pivotal role in the success of our rocket and satellite programs. From assembling kits that empower our technicians to build rockets, satellites, and space systems, to managing inventory, procurement, shipping, and receiving, the team ensures operational excellence at every stage. They also oversee rigorous inspection processes to guarantee that all materials and products meet our stringent quality and compliance standards. Serving as the vital link between departments, the Supply Chain team is essential to driving Rocket Lab’s mission and enabling our continued success.

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