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Supply Chain Manager

Los Angeles, CA

$110,000-$180,000 / year

full-timemidnuclear energy

Description

You will own procurement and supply chain operations end-to-end, building vendor relationships, sourcing components, negotiating contracts, and managing materials availability to support hardware development and production. This high-impact role involves strategic cost optimization and hands-on execution in a fast-paced startup environment.

Requirements

  • 4–8+ years of supply chain, procurement, or sourcing experience in hardware or manufacturing
  • Proven experience owning procurement strategies and negotiating with suppliers
  • Strong understanding of hardware development cycles (prototype to production)
  • Analytical mindset with proficiency in spreadsheets, ERP/MRP systems, and BOM tools
  • Bias toward action and willingness to handle both strategic and detailed work

Responsibilities

  • Source and qualify suppliers for mechanical, electrical, and specialty hardware components
  • Lead RFQs, negotiate pricing/terms, and drive cost-down initiatives
  • Manage supplier performance metrics: on-time delivery, quality, and risk
  • Oversee purchasing, inventory levels, lead times, and inbound logistics
  • Set up foundational tools for ERP/MRP, purchasing workflows, and inventory management
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