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Strategic Sourcing Manager

Last Energy is pioneering a new way to deliver nuclear energy. Our PWR-20 power plants are small, modular, and factory-built, designed to bring clean, reliable power wherever it's needed most. We combine proven technology with a bold delivery model that allows energy to be deployed faster, at lower cost, and with less complexity than ever before. Our mission is simple : make clean baseload power accessible to everyone.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will play a central role in developing and executing Last Energy's global supply chain strategy to support the deployment of our modular PWR-20 power plants. This individual will lead sourcing, procurement, and contract management efforts across critical mechanical, electrical, and construction categories, ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and delivery precision in a fast-moving, highly technical environment. Working closely with engineering, manufacturing, and project delivery teams, the Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for building and managing a resilient supplier network capable of supporting rapid, repeatable, and scalable production. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented sourcing leader who thrives at the intersection of technology, supply chain, and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers across mechanical, electrical, nuclear, and construction disciplines to support rapid deployment and factory fabrication.
• Negotiate complex commercial agreements, long-term supplier contracts, and service-level expectations to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.
• Develop category strategies to optimize cost, mitigate risk, and secure continuity of supply across critical systems including pressure vessels, pumps, piping, valves, instrumentation, and controls.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Project Delivery, Licensing, and Operations teams to align supplier capabilities with project timelines and technical requirements.
• Manage supplier performance through KPIs, audits, and corrective-action plans to ensure compliance with nuclear industry quality and safety standards.
• Support the development of digital procurement tools, standardized documentation, and scalable sourcing processes for repeatable project execution.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in cost reduction, contract management, and logistics efficiency throughout the product lifecycle.
• Contribute to supply-chain risk assessments, material forecasts, and capacity planning to meet aggressive build schedules and scaling demands.

Requirements

Preferred Skills