Commercial Counsel, Supply Chain

The role

You will provide legal review and solutions-based counseling to Supply Chain, Purchasing, Facilities and other cross-functional partners. This involves managing the procurement of critical goods and services in the United States and internationally.

What you will do

• Draft, negotiate, and review a range of commercial contracts
• Identify and mitigate legal risk by implementing processes, trainings, and controls
• Provide legal analyses of applicable laws, regulations, and industry practices
• Work with Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Facilities Teams throughout the procurement lifecycle
• Manage SpaceX’s form Purchase Order and Standard Terms and Conditions
• Support continuous improvements of forms, policies, and processes using AI and other technologies
• Work cross functionally to analyze legal risks and develop advisor relationships

Required qualifications

• JD or foreign equivalent from an accredited law school
• 5+ years of legal experience
• Must be admitted to the bar, in good standing, in at least one U.S. State
• Must be onsite at a SpaceX office
• Must be able to work extended hours and weekends, as needed

Nice to have

• Experience at a well-regarded law firm
• Experience as an in-house lawyer, ideally within the tech and/or manufacturing sectors
• Experience providing legal advice related to commercial procurement transactions, including international transactions
• Experience managing legal issues for a high-growth multinational company
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with clients in various geographies
• Ability to communicate effectively with business stakeholders
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory issues
• Comfortable with and responsive to rapid developments and changes in direction
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally

Benefits

• Company stock or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Paid sick leave

Before you apply

• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, Refugee, or Asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

About the company

SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The company was founded on the belief that a future where humanity explores the stars is more exciting than one where we are not.