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Sourcing Manager, Behind-the-meter (BTM) Transmission (Starlink)

SpaceX· Starlink - Electronic Sourcing
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Austin, TXfull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Sourcing Manager responsible for end-to-end sourcing strategy, supplier management, and delivery of high-voltage behind-the-meter transmission infrastructure (e.g., transmission poles, lines, substations, and related power delivery systems) for SpaceX/Starlink AI infrastructure programs, with a focus on fast-paced, high-volume builds.

Responsibilities

  • Partner deeply with power systems engineers, electrical architects, and energy teams to co-define commodity strategy, multi-year technology and capacity roadmaps, and approved vendor lists for behind-the-meter transmission assets (high-voltage lines, substations, switchgear, transformers, and related equipment)
  • Own global sourcing end-to-end, including aggressive supplier qualification, dual/multi-sourcing strategies, and performance management to deliver unprecedented on-time delivery and lead-time compression while supporting record-breaking cluster and facility build cadences
  • Negotiate transformative commercial agreements that include competitive pricing, volume commitments, co-development of custom solutions, early access to new technologies, and priority allocation during industry shortages or grid constraints
  • Deploy predictive analytics, demand forecasting, and real-time supply chain visibility tools to anticipate and mitigate risks before they impact build schedules
  • Drive continuous cost leadership through value engineering, should-cost modeling, long-term pricing agreements, and total cost of ownership optimization while maintaining high quality, reliability, and safety standards
  • Lead supplier innovation programs, challenge and collaborate with vendors on custom designs and modular/substation solutions
  • Build and maintain a world-class supply base through strategic relationships and executive reviews
  • Establish clear KPIs for cost, quality, speed, and resilience; review with leadership
  • Mentor cross-functional teams on supply chain best practices and foster a culture of ownership and technical depth

Qualifications

  • - Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience in business, supply chain, or engineering (or 5+ years in lieu of a degree)
  • - 3+ years of experience in global supply chain, procurement, sourcing, or commodity management with a focus on power systems, electrical transmission, high-voltage equipment, or energy infrastructure

Skills

Required:Sourcing strategy and commodity managementSupplier management and negotiations
Last updated Jul 22, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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