Buyer, Direct Commodities
- Compensation
- $115K–$168K / yr
- Location
- El Segundo, CA
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Operations
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- 3–8 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%).
Nice to have
- 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.
- Understanding of supply chain dynamics within the energy or nuclear sector.
Full description
About Radiant
Radiant is an El Segundo, CA-based company building the world's only mass-produced, transportable nuclear microreactors. The U.S. grid is under growing strain, with power demand accelerating, driving higher utility costs, rising carbon emissions, and interconnection backlogs. Radiant has a solution, transportable, on-site power. Our first reactor, Kaleidos, is 1 megawatt: small enough to be factory-built, transported by land, sea, or air, and deployed wherever power is needed. 1 MW can power 1000 homes for five years. Ship it back and we refuel for a 20 year operating life. We made energy a product that can be used for critical infrastructure like military bases, data centers, hospitals, and remote sites, as well as the commercial main street businesses that keep America running. Founded in 2020, Radiant is under contract to deliver power to the U.S. Army, Navy and Air Force and has signed pre-order agreements with Equinix, with deployments beginning in 2028.
About the Role
Radiant is seeking a proactive and strategic Buyer to manage the sourcing, negotiation, and acquisition of direct commodities, components, materials, and services necessary for our innovative micro-reactor systems. This role is crucial in building and maintaining a resilient, cost-effective, and reliable supply base. You will work closely alongside our Supplier Development Engineers (SDEs), Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Operations teams to ensure suppliers meet not only stringent quality and technical requirements but also commercial and delivery expectations. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong negotiation skills, and understands the complexities of sourcing within regulated industries.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Strategic Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and select potential suppliers based on cost, quality, reliability, capacity, and strategic fit, in collaboration with SDE and Engineering teams.
- Negotiation: Lead commercial negotiation ns 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.
- Supplier Relationship Management: 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.