Supplier Integration Manager

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as a Supplier Integration Manager

The Supplier Integration Manager is a key member of the Supply Chain team. They are accountable for integrating suppliers into the early stages of projects to optimize schedule, cost, and quality. The Supplier Integration Manager is an expert in technical sourcing, speaks the language of engineers, and understands how to marshal internal and external resources in support of project objectives.

This position is part of team supporting a new project at CFS.

What you'll do:

• Act as the supply chain main point of contact for a set of internal customers, developing a procurement plan supporting the project needs
• Drive the execution of source selection projects, coordinating cross-functionally and adhering to commodity strategies where applicable
• Work with the engineering team to understand the specifications of equipment, parts or services to purchase to meet the project needs
• Identify potential suppliers, seek their inputs on the specifications and participate in the evaluation of the supplier options
• Gather and interpret non-technical requirements, draft and review statements of work
• Drive the source selection from end to end, ensuring such process results systematically in the selection of the best value supplier, balancing price, delivery, quality and service
• Negotiate short and long-term agreements for parts, subassemblies, finished goods, equipment, and/or services
• Create and manage purchase orders
• Monitor suppliers throughout the execution of the contracts
• Support cost savings initiatives, lead time improvement projects, quality improvement projects, and recommend changes to processes to improve supply chain performance
• Define or collaborate on project procurement or commodity strategies
• Visit suppliers as necessary to conduct business reviews or check on project milestones
• Negotiate internally and externally at high levels or with persons of influence frequently

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or other related fields
• 7+ years’ related work experience in a manufacturing, supply chain, engineering or other relevant supplier-focused environment
• Proven experience in supporting critical new product introduction activities for highly technical products
• Deep understanding of supply chain and ERP best practices
• Ability to communicate with internal engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers in a collaborative way
• Ability to negotiate complex contracts
• Organizational and project management skills
• Customer service mindset and entrepreneurial spirit
• Exceptional creative problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrate integrity, respect, attention to detail, collaboration, creativity and agility
• Ability to work well under pressure in a dynamic environment

Bonus points:

• Master’s degree in the field of Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or other related field
• Previous experience sourcing equipment for specialized industrial processes (e.g., cryogenics, high vacuum, oil and gas) or powerplants
• Previous experience in a high growth environment
• Experience sourcing highly technical products or experience managing highly technical suppliers through contracting and delivery

Essential Requirements:

• Ability to perform activities such as typing or sitting for extended periods of time
• Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
• Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics
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