Supply Chain Manager, Power Facilities

Fervo Energy • Houston, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Supply Chain Manager, Power Facilities will own category strategy and execution for PowerBlock equipment and services, including turbines, generators, heat exchangers, balance-of-plant equipment, electrical equipment, and construction and implementation services. The role leads strategic sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management, and develops supplier relationships intended to improve cost and cycle time as Fervo scales its GeoBlock manufacturing model. The manager works closely and collaboratively with engineering, construction, and operations, and reports to the leader of the Supply Chain function.

The position is eligible for some hybrid flexibility, with regular in-office presence required at one of Fervo Energy’s offices in Houston, Golden, Reno, Oakland, or Salt Lake City. The role follows a hybrid schedule requiring three days per week in the office; Fervo considers this schedule an essential function of the role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or science.
• At least 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, category management, engineering, or operations.
• Track record of high performance in a fast-paced, fast-scaling, or manufacturing-mode environment.
• Highly collaborative approach.
• Dedication to continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience leading commercial negotiations for major equipment or services contracts.
• Working knowledge of turbines, generators, heat exchangers, or comparable power generation and electrical equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal presentation and communication skills.
• Exposure to manufacturing-mode or repeatable project delivery models.

Responsibilities

• Own PowerBlock category strategy, including make/buy decisions, sourcing approach, and supplier segmentation across turbines, generators, heat exchangers, balance-of-plant, and major electrical equipment.
• Lead negotiations for PowerBlock equipment and services contracts, structuring commercial terms, pricing mechanisms, and incentives to protect cost and schedule outcomes.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with PowerBlock equipment OEMs and service providers; develop framework agreements where strategic and reduce sole-source dependency where appropriate.
• Partner with GeoBlock Engineering, Construction, and Operations from the start of design on equipment selection, standardization, and specification; identify supply chain constraints and prioritize cost and cycle time reduction.
• Manage the full procurement lifecycle for the segment, including RFPs, technical and commercial evaluation, negotiation, purchase order issuance, and supplier performance management.
• Develop, track, and report PowerBlock category KPIs for cost, cycle time, supplier performance, and risk, and use the data to guide sourcing decisions.
• Develop and adhere to collaborative communication practices and tools that keep stakeholders informed.
• Identify and manage category-specific risks, including single points of failure, long-lead equipment exposure, and compliance considerations related to major equipment sourcing.
• Collaborate with the Logistics, Expediting, and D&C/Indirect pillars to align PowerBlock sourcing decisions with the broader supply chain organization.
• Partner with Strategy and Compliance to incorporate geothermal-specific compliance into necessary agreements.
• Drive continuous improvement in how the category is sourced, contracted, and managed as Fervo’s deployment pace increases.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% match.
• Flexible paid time off and paid parental leave.
• Family-building, fertility, hormonal health, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting support through Carrot.
• Dependent care FSA for eligible child and elder care expenses.
• Annual Lifestyle Spending Account for eligible wellness expenses, including fitness, financial planning, pet insurance, and pet care.
• Employee ownership opportunities through Fervo’s Employee Stock Purchase Program, as well as stock option grants and bonus opportunities for eligible roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager