Procurement Manager

Radiant is an El Segundo CA-based startup building the worlds first mass-produced portable nuclear microreactors. The companys first reactor Kaleidos is a 1-megawatt failsafe microreactor that can be transported anywhere power is needed and run for up to five years without the need to refuel. Portable nuclear power with rapid deploy capability can replace similar-sized diesel generators and provide critical asset support for hospitals data centers remote sites and military bases. Radiants unique practical approach to nuclear development utilizes modern software engineering to rapidly achieve safe factory-built microreactors that leverage existing well-qualified materials. Founded in 2020 Radiant is on track to test its first reactor next year at the Idaho National Laboratory with initial customer deliveries beginning in 2028.

Role: Procurement Manager

About:

Radiant is seeking a proactive and strategic Procurement Manager to lead the sourcing negotiation and acquisition of components materials and services essential for our innovative micro-reactor systems. This role is pivotal in establishing and maintaining a resilient cost-effective and reliable supply base. As Procurement Manager you will collaborate closely with our Supplier Development Engineers (SDEs) Engineering Quality Assurance and Operations teams to ensure suppliers not only meet stringent quality and technical requirements but also commercial and delivery expectations. The ideal candidate excels in a fast-paced environment possesses strong negotiation skills and understands the complexities of sourcing within regulated industries.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Sourcing: Lead the identification evaluation and selection of potential suppliers based on cost quality reliability capacity and strategic fit in collaboration with SDE and Engineering teams.
• Negotiation: Spearhead commercial negotiations for pricing payment terms lead times and other key contract terms to achieve optimal value for Radiant.
• Contract Management: Develop review and manage supplier agreements including Master Supply Agreements (MSAs) Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Purchase Order terms and conditions.
• 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 and adherence to agreed-upon quality clauses.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong commercial relationships with key suppliers acting as a primary point of contact for contractual and commercial matters.
• Cost Analysis & Optimization: Analyze market trends supplier quotations and total cost of ownership to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive cost reduction initiatives.
• Risk Management: Assess and mitigate commercial and supply chain risks including supplier financial health capacity constraints and geopolitical factors.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and report on key procurement metrics such as on-time delivery cost savings purchase price variance and supplier responsiveness. Collaborate with SDEs on holistic supplier performance scorecards.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work seamlessly with SDEs to integrate technical and quality requirements into the sourcing and procurement process. Liaise with Engineering Quality and Project Management to understand needs resolve supply issues and support program timelines.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to the development and refinement of procurement policies procedures and systems to enhance efficiency and compliance.

Deliverables:

• Successfully negotiated contracts and favorable terms with critical suppliers.
• Managed portfolio of purchase orders ensuring on-time delivery aligned with project schedules.
• Demonstrated cost savings and avoidance through effective negotiation and sourcing strategies.
• Comprehensive supplier performance reports focusing on commercial and delivery metrics.
• Effective mitigation plans for identified supply chain risks.
• Streamlined procurement processes supporting Radiants operational needs.
• Strong collaborative relationships established internally (SDE Eng QA Operations) and externally (suppliers).

Skills & Qualifications

• Required:
  • Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Engineering or a related field.
  • 38 years of relevant experience in procurement strategic sourcing or supply chain management preferably within manufacturing or technology sectors.
  • 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%).

Preferred:

• • 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.
  • Understanding of supply chain dynamics within the energy or nuclear sector.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to accomplish our mission.
• Must work 100% onsite at El Segundo HQ.

Total Compensation and Benefits
Radiant compensates people for impact and invests in those who continue to raise the bar. Radiants new hire compensation package includes base salary substantial equity grants and comprehensive health benefits. Total compensation and level are determined through a rigorous evaluation of interview performance experience education and qualifications and are designed to support continued growth as scope responsibility and impact expand at Radiant.

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Benefits and Perks for Eligible Employees:

• Stock: Substantial incentive stock plan for all full-time employees.
• Medical: 100% premium coverage for base Silver level plan for employee 50% premium coverage for dependents. Platinum plans available.
• One Medical: Sponsored memberships for eligible employees and their dependents.
• Vision: 100% premium coverage for top tier plan 50% for dependents.
• Dental: 100% premium coverage for top tier plan (including orthodontia) 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.
• Daily catered lunch. Free snacks and drinks.
• Flexible PTO policy. Remote workday allocation.
• Company and team-bonding events happy hours and in-person camaraderie.
• Beautiful El Segundo headquarters close to the Pacific Ocean.

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.

Unfortunately we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicants capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.