Manager, Supply Chain – HTS Magnets

Commonwealth Fusion Systems•Devens, MA

13d•$110,000 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy. Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, weâre designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future. Weâre in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, weâve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world. Now weâre looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People whoâll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. If thatâs you and this role fits, we want to hear from you. Join the power movement as Manager, Supply Chain â HTS Magnets HTS magnets are key elements of SPARC/ARC technology, and a vital diversification opportunity via SuperBU. Sourcing and delivery of magnet components with sufficient quality, quickly and at low cost has critical path impacts to SPARC and major implications for ARC viability. This Manager leads the team to deliver a broad range of parts and assemblies to CFS1 and SASY in close collaboration with engineering and production. Success in this role requires proactive technical and operational risk management through remaining SPARC magnet design and first encounters. It also requires sustaining the team through a constant fast pace of visible critical path needs. Furthermore, this Manager is a key contributor to future ARC and SuperBU magnet supply chains. The Manager is therefore ready to innovate supply chains and manufacturing processes, engage on magnet design (producibility) and collaborate on future sourcing strategies. The Manager, Supply Chain â HTS Magnets is an experienced supply chain professional able to: â Lead a team in charge of strategic and tactical procurement and supplier management â As a working manager, drive the source selection process from end to end Engage with the engineering and production teams to manage risks and first encounters proactively. 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.

Requirements

Bachelorâs degree in supply chain, engineering, business, finance or other related fields
7+ yearsâ related work experience in a manufacturing, supply chain, engineering or other relevant supplier-focused environment
Successful experience mentoring or coaching
Previous experience sourcing and overseeing construction projects, including equipment, parts and services
Ability to communicate with internal engineering, construction, manufacturing, and suppliers in a collaborative way
Ability to negotiate complex contracts
Ability to develop sourcing strategies for projects or commodities
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion.
Organizational and project management skills
Customer service mindset and entrepreneurial spirit
Exceptional creative problem solving and critical thinking skills
Demonstrate integrity, respect, attention to detail, collaboration, creativity and agility
Ability to work well under pressure in a dynamic environment
Perform extended activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, sitting, etc.
Perform extended periods of phone or teleconference work
Willingness to travel occasionally to construction sites and suppliers
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

Nice To Haves

Masterâs degree in the field of Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance or other related field
Successful experience managing and developing a team
Previous experience sourcing industrial gases
Previous experience in a high growth environment

Responsibilities

Train, support, develop and coach the members of the team
Define, assign and monitor objectives
Have management responsibility for meeting cost, quality and delivery objectives
In close coordination with the engineering and construction leads, plan and assign work, manage the workload and define priorities as required
Act as an escalation point to solve issues
Own relationships at executive level with major architecture, engineering and construction partners, gas suppliers and suppliers
Ensure process adherence for strategic sourcing, purchase orders placement/management and supplier quality
Report on project status, risks and issues to the supply chain and the systems leadership teams
Lead change management and process definition/improvement initiatives
Recruit new team members as additional headcount is approved
Elaborate and execute project procurement or commodity strategies
Coordinate planning and scheduling activities with the project engineering team, general contractors and suppliers
Coordinate supplier development and reliability activities with the assigned supplier development engineers in a matrixed organization
Drive sourcing projects, coordinating cross-functionally
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
Support cost savings initiatives, lead time improvement projects, and quality improvement projects
Visit suppliers as necessary to conduct business reviews or check on project milestones
Negotiate internally and externally at all levels or with people of influence frequently