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Supervisor, Distribution Center - (Materials Management)

Manage day-to-day activities in materials management at SpaceX's Hawthorne Distribution Center, focusing on logistics performance and continuous improvement.

Location
Hawthorne, CA
Compensation
$100k–$135k/yr
Level
mid
Type
full time · On-site

Posted by employer 3 months ago

First seen on Joblaze 3 months ago

Last verified on the company career page 15 hours ago

Requirements

Experience
2–6 years
Education
Bachelor's degree

Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.

Benefits

401k Match Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Equity/Stock Options Paid Holidays Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

The Supervisor of the Distribution Center at SpaceX oversees the daily operations of materials management, ensuring efficient receipt, distribution, and inventory practices critical to rocket production. This role requires expertise in logistics and supply chain management, with a focus on continuous improvement and safety compliance. Ideal candidates possess a background in materials management or manufacturing, along with strong leadership and communication skills. The position is integral to SpaceX's mission, contributing to a fast-paced environment dedicated to innovation in aerospace.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed about 3 months ago — first seen on Joblaze July 21, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page November 6, 2026.
  • This exact title is also open at 1 other location at SpaceX: Hawthorne, CA.
  • Salary band is below the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$128,000).
  • Starts above 26% of 1434 comparable mid other roles in United States we track (median $105,000 across 184 companies).

Quick facts

Is the Supervisor, Distribution Center - (Materials Management) role remote?
No — this is an on-site role in Hawthorne, CA.
What's the salary range?
SpaceX lists $100,000–$135,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?
2–6 years of relevant experience for this Supervisor, Distribution Center - (Materials Management) role.
Where is the role based?
SpaceX is hiring for this position in Hawthorne, CA.
What seniority level is this role?
SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Supervisor, Distribution Center - (Materials Management) role at SpaceX.

From the original posting

SpaceX 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 SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SUPERVISOR, DISTRIBUTION CENTER - MATERIALS MANAGEMENT

The Hawthorne Materials Management team is a crucial part of Supply Chain, managing the daily receipt, distribution, and issuance of materials critical to building and launching rockets into space. Our goal is to become a leader in logistics performance with exceptional quality and high on-time delivery rates. The Supervisor will be responsible for managing day-to-day activities and exceeding customer expectations by leading continuous improvement across all aspects of materials management at our Hawthorne Distribution Center.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform administrative duties, including but not limited to approving timecards, scheduling, periodic reviews, maintaining stocking levels of supplies, one-on-one mentoring and training of direct reports
  • Implement best logistics and inventory management practices, including but not limited to best transportation options, kitting strategy, inventory strategy, and work order management practices in accordance with procedures
  • Support and maintain metric goals and objectives for Inventory teams
  • Conduct regular safety walkthroughs, address safety issues, and promote safety policies
  • Distribute campaign work order management workload appropriately, implementing a low-priority and high on-time kitting strategy in accordance with internal customer and campaign timelines
  • Interface with Shipping, Receiving, Quality Control, Transportation, Planning, Purchasing and other related departments to resolve problems relative to receipt and distribution of material
  • Be the extreme owner for area audits and other events pertaining to operational compliance
  • Ensure that a clean and organized work area is maintained by making continuous improvements to workspace design
  • Foster an environment where change is embraced and ideas are respected, supported, vetted and ultimately implemented (if deemed appropriate)
  • Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

 BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of professional experience in materials management, supply chain, or production/manufacturing; or 6+ years of professional experience in materials management, supply chain, or production/manufacturing

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • APICS certification – CPIM or CSCP 
  • Lean/6-Sigma experience (Green/Black Belt certifications)
  • Excellent communication and team-building skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced /cross-functional environment
  • Experience within an aerospace, aviation, automotive manufacturing environment
  • Hazmat Certified
  • Working knowledge of transport guidelines as defined by 49CFR / IATA
  • Computer Skills – Microsoft Office applications

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Lifting up to 50lbs, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing stooping, stretching and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
  • This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
  • Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
$100,000.00 - $135,000.00

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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