# Sr. Manager, Purchasing at SpaceX

- Company: SpaceX
- What the company does: SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling people to live on other planets. Backed by Kleiner Perkins, a16z and Founders Fund.
- Company website: https://www.spacex.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Hawthorne, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-29
- Apply by: 2026-11-13
- Apply: https://boards.greenhouse.io/spacex/jobs/8856840002?gh_jid=8856840002&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/spacex-sr-manager-purchasing/

## About the role

We are a progressive procurement organization pushing the boundaries of traditional procurement reputation and methodologies. We are looking for individuals who can think outside the box to achieve company objectives regarding value and partnerships with our suppliers. Our organization moves quickly, and you must too. SpaceX has the unique ability and desire to influence and shape suppliers to be better with us as we challenge our supply chain on cost, quality and delivery. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, finance, or other discipline
- 10+ years of experience in purchasing, supplier management, or contract negotiations, or a combination of these three areas
- 2+ years of experience in a supervisory, lead, or management role
- Willingness to work long hours and weekends if needed
- Ability to communicate outside of work hours
- Must be able to travel - up to 50% travel may be required

Tags: Purchasing

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