Kai Zheng
About Kai Zheng
Kai Zheng is the Manager of Purchasing at Rocket Lab, a position he has held since 2022 in Long Beach, California. He previously worked as a Sourcing Manager at SpaceX and has a strong educational background in business administration with a focus on supply chain management.
Work at Rocket Lab
Kai Zheng has been serving as the Manager of Purchasing at Rocket Lab since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the procurement processes and ensuring the efficient sourcing of materials and services necessary for the company's operations. Rocket Lab is based in Long Beach, California, where Zheng contributes to the company's mission of advancing space technology and launch services.
Previous Experience at SpaceX
Prior to joining Rocket Lab, Kai Zheng worked at SpaceX as a Sourcing Manager from 2018 to 2022. During his tenure in Hawthorne, California, he managed sourcing strategies and supplier relationships, playing a key role in the supply chain operations of one of the leading aerospace manufacturers.
Professional Background at ABB
Kai Zheng began his career at ABB, where he worked as a Buyer from 2012 to 2014 in Florence, South Carolina. In this position, he was involved in procurement activities, focusing on acquiring goods and services to support the company's operational needs.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Kai Zheng holds multiple Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degrees from the University of South Carolina. He studied Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management, as well as Global Supply Chain and Operations Management. Additionally, he studied Marketing, completing his undergraduate education from 2007 to 2011.