Indirect Procurement Manager at Radiant

El Segundo, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Clean Energy, NuclearIndustries

Requirements

  • Proactive and strategic mindset
  • Expert negotiation skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Understanding of complexities in sourcing specialized services within regulated industries
  • Close collaboration with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Production teams
  • Expertise in indirect procurement categories including Facilities, IT, Professional Services, MRO, consumables, and R&D collaborations

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies for key indirect categories (IT hardware/software/SaaS, Professional Services like consulting/legal/engineering, MRO, consumables, R&D collaborations); identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on total cost of ownership, quality, reliability, and strategic fit
  • Lead high-stakes commercial negotiations for agreements including MSAs, SOWs, and licensing agreements; negotiate favorable commercial and intellectual property terms with specialized providers like national laboratories, university research labs, and advanced technical services
  • Take full ownership of procurement for facility-related needs, including sourcing and managing contracts for building maintenance, repairs, capital equipment, security services, janitorial, waste management, utilities, and small-scale construction/lab build-out projects
  • Develop, review, and manage the full lifecycle of supplier agreements (MSAs, NDAs, Purchase Order terms and conditions), ensuring compliance and mitigating risk
  • Oversee the complete procure-to-pay lifecycle, from requisition review and PO placement to tracking and closure, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services
  • Build and maintain strong commercial relationships with key indirect suppliers as primary point of contact for contractual/commercial matters; conduct regular business reviews to drive performance
  • Analyze market trends and total cost of ownership to identify and execute cost-saving opportunities across indirect spend categories
  • Assess and mitigate supply chain risks related to indirect procurement (supplier financial health, service level failures, data security)
  • Work seamlessly with internal stakeholders across departments to understand requirements, resolve supply issues, and support company-wide programs

Skills

Strategic Sourcing
Category Management
Negotiation
Supplier Evaluation
Total Cost of Ownership
IT Procurement
Professional Services
MRO
R&D Collaborations

Radiant

Develops compact nuclear microreactors for energy

About Radiant

Radiant Nuclear develops compact nuclear microreactors aimed at providing reliable and sustainable energy solutions, especially for remote locations and military applications. Their main product, the Kaleidos microreactor, utilizes a CO2 cycle for energy production, allowing for a smaller and more portable reactor that can be deployed in challenging environments. Radiant differentiates itself from competitors by leveraging expertise from veterans of SpaceX and other high-tech industries, focusing on advanced technology in the nuclear energy market. The company's goal is to transform the nuclear energy sector by commercializing its microreactor technology and securing government contracts, such as those with the Department of Defense, while also seeking partnerships with private sector companies to enhance growth.

El Segundo, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$151.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, EnergyIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Stock Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
One Medical

Risks

Public opposition to nuclear energy may hinder Radiant's market acceptance.
Regulatory delays from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission could impact Radiant's timelines.
Competition from cheaper solar and wind technologies may affect Radiant's market share.

Differentiation

Radiant's Kaleidos microreactor offers zero-emissions power for remote and critical applications.
The company leverages expertise from SpaceX veterans for advanced nuclear technology development.
Radiant's CO2 cycle technology enables compact, efficient, and portable nuclear power solutions.

Upsides

Radiant raised $100M in Series C funding to develop commercial microreactors.
The U.S. Department of Defense awarded Radiant $3.8M for turbomachinery development.
Growing demand for sustainable energy in data centers boosts Radiant's market potential.

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