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About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead, mentor, and develop a growing team of procurement professionals responsible for direct hardware sourcing and supplier management
- Develop and execute procurement strategies for complex hardware systems, equipment, components, and assemblies
- Support procurement activities across Aurora powerhouses, fuel recycling systems, fuel fabrication capabilities, and future Oklo technologies
- Establish and manage competitive sourcing processes, including RFQs, RFPs, supplier evaluations, and supplier selection activities
- Lead commercial negotiations for strategic supplier agreements and long-term supply partnerships
- Develop and manage supplier relationships to support quality, delivery, capacity, and cost objectives
- Partner closely with Engineering teams to align sourcing strategies with product requirements, technical specifications, and development schedules
- Develop supplier qualification, segmentation, and performance management processes
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks associated with critical hardware, long-lead equipment, and sole-source suppliers
- Support cost reduction initiatives, supplier cost analysis, and value engineering efforts
- Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Be involved in development of scalable procurement systems, processes, and tools that support organizational growth
- Maintain awareness of manufacturing capabilities, supplier markets, and industry trends relevant to Oklo’s products and supply chain
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, manufacturing, or related functions
- Experience sourcing complex hardware, equipment, manufacturing systems, or highly engineered products
- Experience leading and developing procurement, sourcing, or supply chain teams
- Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and supplier contracts
- Experience working cross-functionally with engineering and technical organizations
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and supplier operations
- Demonstrated ability to build and manage strategic supplier relationships
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and procurement requirements
- U.S. citizenship required
Benefits
Comp & perks- flexible time off
- equity
- bonuses
- competitive pay
- 401(k)
- health insurance (with employer contribution)
- HSA
- FSA
- flexible work hours
- wellness credits
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Hard Skills & Tools
Strategic SourcingSupplier EvaluationCost Reduction InitiativesTechnical Drawing InterpretationSupply Chain Risk MitigationValue EngineeringSupplier QualificationManufacturing Process UnderstandingComplex Hardware SourcingSupplier Contract Negotiation
Soft Skills
LeadershipMentoringTeam DevelopmentCommunication