Director of Supply Chain
Core
Build, scale, and execute end-to-end supply chain strategy for Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) R&D, pilot programs, and future commercial-scale manufacturing.
Role type
Director of Supply Chain
Builds
Fusion power plants (R&D, pilot, and commercial scale)
Domain
Energy (Inertial Fusion) + Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure (supply chain systems & processes)
Required skills
End-to-end supply chain strategy, supplier ecosystem management, sourcing strategy, make/buy analysis, design-for-supply integration, material planning, process improvement, supplier negotiation, risk management, KPI tracking
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
PLM, ERP
Responsibilities
Own and execute end-to-end supply chain strategy spanning sourcing, procurement, materials planning, inventory, logistics, and supplier performance; Lead, develop, and scale a high-performing supply chain organization; Strengthen and maintain a robust supplier ecosystem for advanced R&D and scale-up; Establish sourcing strategies for critical components and constrained materials; Shape program-level decisions by integrating design-for-supply and design-for-cost tradeoffs; Own material planning and readiness for programs and builds; Implement and improve core supply chain processes and systems; Lead supplier negotiations and contracting; Establish and track meaningful KPIs; Manage supply chain risk through formal registers and alternate sourcing
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & organization building
