Senior Supplier Integration Manager - Plant Systems

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 Senior Supplier Integration Manager

The role of the Supplier Integration Management team is to integrate suppliers into the early stages of product design, ensure flawless execution of the procurement contracts and optimize schedule, cost, and quality.

The Sr 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. They are accountable for supply chain activities for the Power systems (strategic sourcing, tactical procurement and supplier management) and are accountable for meeting the internal customers’ needs.

To be successful at CFS you must be a creative problem solver with the ability to work collaboratively on hard problems in a fast-paced environment with great people.

Travel to supplier locations (including international) will be required, up to 25%.

• Act as a primary strategic sourcing expert for their assigned project teams, focused primarily on new products development activities
• Own the costed bill of materials for purchased components for their assigned project teams, and co-lead cost reviews
• Own and drive the make/buy process for their respective systems
• Drive sourcing projects, coordinating cross-functionally and adhering to commodity strategies where applicable (including: gather and interpret technical and non-technical requirements, create or review statements of work, identify potential suppliers)
• 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, with support from the assigned Supplier Development Engineer(s)
• Report out on project status, risks and issues to the supply chain and the systems leadership teams
• Support cost savings initiatives, lead time improvement projects, and quality improvement projects
• 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.
• Adhere to all supply chain policies, procedures, guidelines and instructions including those regarding the procurement of materials, intellectual property, and export compliance

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance or other related field
• 10+ years’ related work experience in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated ability to interpret technical documents and estimate costs, estimate lead times, and identify the best value supplier
• Proven experience in supporting new product introduction activities for highly technical products
• Exceptional understanding of strategic sourcing skills and tools
• Exceptional interpersonal skills in a matrixed team environment
• Strong relationship building skills
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks
• Works with Integrity
• Strong Customer Service skills
• Remarkable problem-solving skills
• Works well under pressure
• Possesses excellent judgement
• Ability to read blueprints/drawings, interpret specifications and review statements of work
• General understanding of enterprise quality system functionality (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, TS16949, etc.)
• General understanding of ERP systems and MRP logic

• Master’s degree in the field of Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or other related field
• Previous experience in a start-up or high growth environment
• Previous experience sourcing engineered systems and complex work packages
• Previous experience with new product introduction or sourcing for research and development
• Experience with financial control systems or cost accounting structures
• Previous experience designing or sourcing equipment for industrial electrical systems (such as transformers, reactors, switchgear, power supplies and power generation systems)
• Previous experience designing or sourcing equipment for industrial process systems (such as cryogenics, ultra-high vacuum, hazardous chemicals)

• Perform extended activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, sitting, etc.
• Perform extended periods of phone or teleconference work
• Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call regularly; travel expected to be minimum 25% including International travel
• 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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At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.