Senior Buyer

About the role

The Senior Buyer will support the sourcing and delivery of components required to build the fusion demonstration system. You will work closely with scientists and engineers across many disciplines to ensure that their designs can be assembled on time and on budget, leading to a successful project delivery. Your role involves negotiating with suppliers, managing supplier performance, and implementing procurement strategies to meet business objectives. You will also support cost reduction initiatives and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure optimal supply chain performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall procurement process including but not limited to creating and reviewing RFPs and RFQs, purchase order management, and invoice reconciliation
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers, ensuring compliance to purchase agreements and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Work collaboratively with scientists and engineers to identify potential suppliers that meet design requirements and align with the company's overall goals and objectives
• Identify potential supply chain risks and develop risk mitigation plans
• Prepare reports to track KPIs, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives
• Participate in continuous improvement of current systems and processes and the overall procurement process

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related equivalent experience in this field
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, material planning, or supply chain, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of supply chain processes including procurement, logistics, and inventory management
• Experience with supplier negotiations, contract management, and risk mitigation
• Proficiency in supply chain management software (e.g., Netsuite, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills and experience with data analysis and reporting
• Comfortable operating in an evolving, ambiguous, and cross-functional startup environment

Bonus points for

• Experience with reviewing terms and conditions and master schedule agreements
• Experience with Coupa
• Experience in a startup environment
• Experience working in aerospace, automotive, fusion or energy industries

Pay

Pay Range: $125,000 - $150,000 USD

Total compensation & benefits for eligible employees

• Industry-competitive salary
• Equity plan
• 6% employer 401k matching
• Generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, paid family leave)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pacific Fusion is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.