Supply Chain Planning Manager, xAI (Starlink)

Memphis · Bastrop, TX · Colossus - Memphis · 3+ years experience · Remote · Posted Sep 24, 2026

At a glance

As a member of the Starlink Supply Chain Planning team you will support an elite group of engineers and supply chain professional to establish and maintain the signals that drive the business and enable production of the Starlink satellite constellation.
This role's scope will help develop the factory of the future by challenging the supply chain on cost, quality, and speed of execution.

Maintain accuracy and audit bill of materials in MRP systems in preparation for production at rate
Establish/Manage inventory level targets, review line of balances, align demand supply signals and allocations, maintain product master data, and develop expertise in in-house systems and reports
Mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply by constructing and executing a well-thought-out supply plan that fulfills the needs of the product on time and with quality
Be an expert in MRP, triage the signals/understand the matrix, then apply your knowledge to educate the teams we support in the proper use of MRP and its benefit to the business
Coordinate with engineering, production, and quality organizations to determine change cut in and reduce obsolescence of material and eliminate/reduce quality issues
Partner with internal stakeholders on implementing advanced supply chain strategies for risk mitigations like long-term purchases and strategic safety stock
Proactively manage inventory, and prevent stock outs while optimizing the utilization of SpaceX working capital
Develop and maintain good relationships with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to enable the mission
Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and government regulations
Proactively update SpaceX management and engineering teams on all critical supply issues

Advanced degree and 3+ years of experience working in engineering, purchasing, contract negotiation, material or production planning, operations or supply chain management, material cost control, or master production scheduling; or bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of experience; or 7+ years of experience
Must be able to travel - up to 30% work week travel may be required, including international travel
Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
Must be based in Memphis, TN and work onsite
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Technical knowledge in a commodity – for example, machining, sheet metal fabrication, tube bending and assembly, weldment assembly, soft goods etc.
Proven success working on cross-functional new product introduction projects, completing cost models, and negotiating
Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing/planning functions
SQL Experience
PowerBI experience
Advanced skills in MS Excel and Project, able to create pivot tables or macros, and analyze data
Experience navigating multitier Bill of Materials and work orders
APICS certification