Senior Buyer

About the Company

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. Founded in 2006 by Bill Gates and a group of visionaries, TerraPower focuses on energy access as crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities. The company's mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. TerraPower's activities yield significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy, and medical applications for human health benefits.

About the Role

The Buyer supports Contract Administrators with post-award contract administration activities, interacts with suppliers, and works closely with the Shipping/Receiving Department. This role contributes to enhancing project success by limiting risks and liabilities related to supplier performance, on-time deliveries, invoice payments, and timely subcontract/PO closeouts. The ideal candidate will demonstrate commitment to excellence, flexibility, and the ability to interface professionally with suppliers, management, and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Contract Administrator to prepare reports identifying subcontracts ready for closeout, initiate the closeout process, and ensure monthly closure.
• Track upcoming and past-due POs weekly, document reasons for past-due lines, and update request delivery dates to reflect supplier commitments.
• Monitor POs that have exceeded 75% of the award value monthly.
• Assist the Contract Administrator in resolving invoice issues to ensure timely supplier payments.
• Contact suppliers to verify active Certificates of Insurance (COI) on file.
• Follow up with suppliers on PO status to ensure on-time delivery and notify the Contract Administrator of any delays.
• Collaborate with the Shipping/Receiving Department to ensure all items are received correctly and in a timely manner.
• Assist with new supplier screening.
• Process small-dollar (P-card) procurement requisitions in support of lab activities.
• Resolve invoicing deficiencies, such as match exceptions.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Procurement Director or Manager.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience, or Associate Degree with a minimum of 5 years of prior related experience, or Bachelor's Degree in a related field with a minimum of 1 year of prior related experience.
• Military experience a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (preferred).
• Experience working in a U.S. Government (DOE or DOD) environment (preferred).
• Understanding of warehouse, shipping/receiving, and/or material handling.
• Nuclear or related experience (preferred).
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
• High degree of trust, integrity, and openness; desire to foster teamwork.

Job Functions

Job Functions describe physical actions and working conditions associated with the position. These may also constitute essential functions, which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation.

• Motor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands).
• Physical Exertion: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.
• Repetitive Work: Prolonged.
• Special Senses: Visual and audio-focused work.
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of more than 8 hours/day.
• Travel: 0-10%.

Pay

Salary Range: $102,804 - $154,206 (specific to Washington State). Offers are typically placed in the lower to middle portion of the range to maintain internal equity and allow room for growth. Salary is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual's qualifications and experience.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Salary with eligibility to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments.
• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits:
  • Medical, Vision, Dental
  • Life and Disability
  • Gender Affirmation Benefits
  • Parental Leave
• 401k Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO):
  • 21 days of annually accrued PTO
  • 10 paid holidays
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

TerraPower's technology is controlled for export by various U.S. Government agencies. Applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) will be evaluated in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. Export authorization approval times vary, and TerraPower may not consider foreign nationals from certain countries if timely approval is impractical.