Royce Jefferson, MBA
About Royce Jefferson, MBA
Royce Jefferson, MBA, is a Strategic Sourcing Manager with extensive experience in supply chain management across the aerospace, construction, and telephony industries. He has held various roles at notable companies, including SpaceX and Millennium Space Systems, and possesses expertise in compliance with aerospace standards and strategic sourcing practices.
Work at Millennium Space Systems
Royce Jefferson currently serves as the Strategic Sourcing Manager at Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing supply chain efficiency and reducing single sourcing to mitigate risks. His expertise in creating Volume Purchase Agreements (VPA) and Long Term Agreements (LTA) supports the organization's strategic sourcing initiatives. Prior to this position, he worked as a Global Supply Chain, Sr. Configuration Manager at the same company from 2021 to 2023.
Education and Expertise
Royce Jefferson earned an MBA from Pepperdine University, where he studied Organizational Behavior, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Strategy, and Global Business Exposure from 2010 to 2012. He also holds a BA in Architecture and Design from Howard University, completed between 1993 and 1999. His educational background complements his extensive experience in supply chain management and compliance with aerospace industry standards, including AS9100, DCAA, CPSR, FAR, and DFAR.
Background in Aerospace and Construction Industries
Royce Jefferson has a diverse professional background, having worked in the aerospace, construction, and telephony sectors. His career includes significant roles at SpaceX, where he held various positions such as Supply Chain Manager and Strategic Systems Analyst. His experience spans over two decades, demonstrating a strong foundation in project management and strategic sourcing within high-tech industries.
Career Progression and Roles at SpaceX
Royce Jefferson's tenure at SpaceX included multiple roles from 2011 to 2017. He served as a Strategic Systems Analyst/Revenue Forecasting, Supply Chain Manager, and Propulsion Manufacturing Production Controls. His responsibilities involved managing supply chain operations and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This experience contributed to his expertise in strategic sourcing and supply chain efficiency.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Prior to his roles in aerospace, Royce Jefferson worked in project management across various industries. He was a Senior Project Manager/Scheduler at 21st Century Insurance and a Project Manager at Amtrak eTicketing. His early career also included a position as a Central Office Project Manager at AT&T, where he gained valuable experience in telephony engineering and project oversight.