Director, Procurement & Supply Chain - US Based
About the role
Blykalla is seeking a Director, Procurement & Supply Chain to lead the development and scaling of our Procurement and Supply Chain function in the US. This role is crucial for building a robust supplier ecosystem and supporting the industrialization and future deployment of our Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).
Responsibilities
Own and execute the Procurement and Supply Chain strategy for Blykalla's US operations.
Build and scale the US Procurement and Supply Chain function, including developing processes, governance, supplier strategies and future organizational capabilities.
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Project Management and executive leadership to understand technical requirements, project timelines and long-term business objectives.
Analyze global markets to identify strategic suppliers and partners capable of supporting first-of-a-kind nuclear technology.
Develop sourcing strategies for EPC contractors, nuclear systems, engineering services and other critical suppliers.
Lead complex sourcing processes and commercial negotiations, balancing technical capability, quality, delivery, regulatory compliance and total cost of ownership.
Build long-term strategic partnerships with key suppliers to support industrialization and future commercial deployment.
Ensure sourcing activities comply with applicable industry standards, including ASME, nuclear quality assurance requirements and relevant regulatory frameworks.
Drive supplier performance, supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Owning Supply Chain risk management, including supplier resilience, contingency planning and strategic risk mitigation.
Lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives and influence stakeholders across Engineering, Projects and Executive Leadership.
Support the VP Supply Chain in defining the long-term Procurement and Supply Chain roadmap for Blykalla.
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear, Materials, Industrial or equivalent), Supply Chain Management, Procurement or Business, combined with strong technical understanding of complex engineered systems.
10+ years of progressive experience in Procurement and Supply Chain within highly technical and regulated industries such as Nuclear, Energy, Aerospace, Defense or Oil & Gas.
Demonstrated experience developing Procurement or Supply Chain organizations, supplier ecosystems or strategic sourcing functions.
Strong understanding of EPC contracts, supplier qualification and procurement within complex engineering environments.
Proven experience translating engineering, safety and regulatory requirements into effective sourcing strategies.
Strong track record leading complex commercial negotiations and managing strategic supplier relationships.
Experience supporting industrialization programs, first-of-a-kind products or large-scale engineering projects is highly valued.
Excellent analytical, commercial and strategic problem-solving skills.
Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to influence senior leaders across multiple functions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Fully fluent in English, both spoken and written.
Qualifications
Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
Benefits
Competitive salary range: $190,000–250,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
We offer a competitive compensation package aligned with our internal salary framework and growth potential in the role.
Pay
$190,000–250,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
This role is full-time.
Location
Austin, Texas.