Sr. Sourcing Specialist, Propellant Generation Supply Chain

Keystone AI was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today Keystone AI is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SR. SOURCING SPECIALIST, PROPELLANT GENERATION SUPPLY CHAIN Keystone AI is on a fast track to become the market leader in various product categories like US-based human spaceflight, rapid vehicle reusability, internet services through the Starlink constellation, and other exciting projects. The Keystone AI supply chain department is a critical player in our operations. To capitalize on Keystone AI’s technological and market-changing successes, the Sr. Sourcing Specialist will be part of managing an agile, yet robust, supply chain that will enable a competitive advantage for Keystone AI. Keystone AI's supply chain will play a key role in enabling Keystone AI to meet these ambitious growth targets and greatly contribute to making humans a multi-planetary species. RESPONSIBILITIES: Create capital sourcing strategies to reduce risk, enable continuous cost reduction, and align with company strategy on payment terms, cash targets, on-time delivery, and cost savings Develop and maintain key internal stakeholder relationships to evaluate sourcing models and optimize the value of products and services that support business requirements Maintain continuous cost reduction programs Communicate, manage, and drive compliance to category strategies Ensure the health of the supply base by evaluating and selecting suppliers based on capability, quality, reliability, and price competitiveness Conduct comprehensive supplier analysis to formulate a strategic sourcing plan that identifies new/suitable suppliers, optimizes cost models, and proactively ensures continuity of supply based on upcoming new product introduction campaign requirements Maintain vendor delivery of goods and services Execute purchasing transactions within the scope area by issuing purchase orders for Keystone AI programs and ensuring delivery Identify and execute cost reduction projects, including planning, stakeholder coordination, timeline management, and project updates Act as a market intelligence provider regarding categories, anticipate strategic opportunities, and keep key stakeholders informed Direct and execute initiatives that support aggressive improvements in supplier quality, total cost effectiveness, enhanced service levels, improved coordination, delivery, pricing, lead-times, payment, risk compliance, and other areas as identified Benchmark, track, and analyze annual performance metrics and sourcing trends against budget on a monthly basis to demonstrate continuous improvement and progress against strategic objectives Drive make vs. buy decisions for new products, implement the strategy across the product lifecycle from development, qualification, first article runs through stable production Execute requests for information (RFIs) and requests for proposal (RFPs), document bid events through correspondence to suppliers; conduct supplier negotiations and ongoing contract management Administer multimillion-dollar contracts and independently negotiate suppliers’ contract terminology, pricing, technical requirements, scope, and terms involving responsibility, liability, indemnification, intellectual property, and export compliance BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree; or bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; or 6+ years of experience working in one or more of the following: Engineering Supply Chain Purchasing Contract negotiation Material or production planning Operations management Material cost control Master production scheduling PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Understanding of utilities, power purchase agreements, pipelines, cryogenic commodities, or gas system equipment Experience working in a supply chain, production, finance, or engineering function Established relationships with suppliers in the oil and gas or power sector Ability to prioritize appropriately to meet internal customer and company needs Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate with all levels of internal personnel Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment Strong budget tracking and cost analytical skills Experience in sourcing from a global supply base using various contractual models Proven success working on cross-functional new product introduction projects, completing cost models, and negotiating Strong skills in data analysis using Excel, SQL, and PowerBI Ability to identify and resolve technical, operational, and organizational problems Holds self to the highest ethical standards, and conducts all activities with the highest integrity ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to travel - up to 50% work week travel may be required, including international travel Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones This position is based in Cape Canaveral, FL, and requires being on-site - remote work not considered Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . Keystone AI is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Keystone AI is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of Keystone AI’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected] .