Global Supply Manager, Cables (Starlink)

SpaceX

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SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.

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TL;DR · Global Supply Manager, Cables (Starlink)

Join SpaceX as a Global Supply Manager for Cables (Starlink) in Austin, TX. This senior-level role involves managing the sourcing strategy and supplier relationships for datacenter cabling components such as AECs, AOCs, CAT6 cables, and their sub-components while also overseeing high-volume installation labor at deployment sites. You will work closely with engineers to define technology roadmaps and approved vendor lists, negotiate transformative agreements, and deploy predictive systems to ensure on-time delivery and cost leadership. The ideal candidate has deep technical knowledge of datacenter cabling technologies and extensive experience in global supply chain management, particularly in hyperscale environments. Familiarity with AI-driven demand forecasting tools and a passion for SpaceX's mission are essential.

What you'll do

  • Own global sourcing end-to-end for cable assemblies, sub-components, and installation labor/services.
  • Negotiate transformative commercial agreements covering pricing, volume, co-development of custom designs, and flexible labor contracts.
  • Deploy predictive analytics to anticipate and mitigate risks across materials, component integration, and services.
  • Drive continuous cost leadership through should-cost modeling, value engineering, and long-term labor pricing agreements.
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers for both cutting-edge cabling technology and large-scale installation services.

What we're looking for

  • 6+ years of experience in global supply chain, procurement, or commodity management with a focus on datacenter cabling.
  • Deep technical understanding of AEC/AOC, CAT6, high-speed interconnect technologies, and cable installation processes.
  • Proven track record managing cable assemblies, sub-components, and large-scale installation labor/services in hyperscale environments.
  • Hands-on familiarity with datacenter build processes, FATP-style integration, and cable installation.
  • Strong negotiation skills for complex SOWs involving hardware commodities and labor/services.

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