Radiant Industries

Supply Chain Manager

El Segundo, CA · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 81 days ago

Project ManagementNegotiationSupply ChainProcess ImprovementProcurementERPHRISContract ManagementCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong negotiation skills, and understands the complexities of sourcing within regulated industries.
Strategic Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and select potential suppliers based on cost, quality, reliability, capacity, and strategic fit, in collaboration with SDE and Engineering teams.
Purchase Order Management: Oversee the complete purchase order lifecycle, from requisition review and PO placement to tracking, expediting, and closure, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.

Radiant is an El Segundo, CA-based startup building the world's first mass-produced, portable nuclear microreactors.
Radiant's unique, practical approach to nuclear development leverages modern software engineering to rapidly deliver safe, factory-built microreactors that use existing, well-qualified materials.
Develop, review, and manage supplier agreements, including Master Supply Agreements (MSAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and Purchase Order terms and conditions.
Build and maintain strong commercial relationships with key suppliers, acting as a primary point of contact for contractual and commercial matters.
Analyze market trends, supplier quotations, and total cost of ownership to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive cost reduction initiatives.
Collaborate with SDEs on holistic supplier performance scorecards.
Liaise with Engineering, Quality, and Project Management to understand needs, resolve supply issues, and support program timelines.
Radiant is seeking a proactive and strategic Supply Chain Manager to manage the sourcing, negotiation, and acquisition of components, materials, and services necessary for our innovative micro-reactor systems.
Contract Management: Develop, review, and manage supplier agreements, including Master Supply Agreements (MSAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and Purchase Order terms and conditions.

3-8 years of relevant experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably within manufacturing or technology sectors.
Understanding of supply chain dynamics within the energy or nuclear sector.

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
Proven track record of successful negotiation and contract management.
Strong understanding of procurement processes (e.g., RFQ/RFP, PO management, supplier evaluation).
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and standard office software
Ability and willingness to travel occasionally to supplier locations (up to 30%).
Desired Qualifications &
Experience in the nuclear energy industry or working with nuclear codes, standards, and regulations.
Familiarity with NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, ASME BPVC Section III & VIII.
Experience conducting supplier audits, product and process inspections, and investigations.
Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100) and their implications for procurement.

Assess and mitigate commercial and supply chain risks, including supplier financial health, capacity constraints, and geopolitical factors.
100% top tier plan coverage + 50% for dependents.
Voluntary life, accident, hospital, critical illness, commuter and FSA/HSA are offered as employee contributed benefits.
8-weeks of paid parental leave for all parents.
Additional paid pregnancy leave for CA employees.
Flexible PTO policy.

recruiting@radiantnuclear.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls.
Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.
Founded in 2020, Radiant is on track to test its first reactor at the Idaho National Laboratory this summer, with initial customer deliveries beginning in 2028.

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