Buyer

Blackwing; Torrance, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Equity ownership in a rapidly growing,

Comprehensive medical benefits

Unlimited PTO

Onsite meals provided

Job summary

Valar Atomics in Torrance, CA seeks a Buyer to own purchasing execution for assigned commodities and programs, from PO creation to on-time delivery. You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Logistics, and Finance to keep production on schedule while maintaining compliance with nuclear industry regulations.

Join a fast-growing startup with equity, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for rapid impact, ownership, and career growth in a high-impact energy technology

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• 5+ years in hardware purchasing or supply chain in ERP-driven environments.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, highly regulated setting with strong urgency and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end purchasing and ordering execution for assigned commodities/programs.
• Ensure on-time, on-quality, on-cost PO placement and delivery.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and participate in supplier relationship management.

Skills

Hardware purchasing

Supply chain

Attention to detail

Strong communicator

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or Operations

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About Valar Atomics

At Valar Atomics, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Our mission is to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable—unlocking abundant energy for industry, hydrogen, and next-generation manufacturing. We are a team of builders, engineers, and operators who believe nuclear energy should be fast to deploy, factory-made, and built for the real world. Our first pilot plant in Orangeville, Utah will demonstrate how advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication can power the future. Joining Valar Atomics means becoming part of a company where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level.

The Team

As part of the Manufacturing organization, Supply Chain secures the materials, equipment, and supplier partnerships required to support manufacturing and business operations. The team builds resilient supply chains while ensuring quality, cost, and delivery performance.

The Role

The Buyer ownspurchasingexecution for assigned commodities and programs, from PO placement through on-time, on-quality, on-cost materialdelivery. This role partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Logistics, and Finance to keepthe program and productionon schedule, and scales in scope and ownership from tactical execution todailysupplier relationship managementand cross-functional problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end purchasing and ordering execution for assigned commodities/programs, including creation and tracking of Purchase Orders, Transfer Orders, and Returns.
• Own the accuracy of openPOs.Proactivelyidentify, communicate, and mitigate risks and delays.
• Drive on-time, on-quality, and on-cost PO placement, tracking, and delivery.
• Partner closely with Engineering, Quality, and Supplier Quality to ensure parts andpurchasingactivitiescomply withnuclear industry regulatory requirements (10 CFR 830) and tomaintainaccuratepurchasing records.
• Partner with Engineering, Sourcing, and Quality to build and manage strong supplier relationships, managingexpedites, schedule pull-ins/push-outs, and engineering changes.
• Resolve discrepancies in goods receipts and invoices to ensuretimelysupplier payment.
• Contribute to the development of supply chain short- and medium-term goals, processes, procedures, and KPIs. Support ERP/MRP systemselectionand implementation.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, import/export laws, and certifications.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or Operations.
• 5+ years of experience in hardwarepurchasingor supply chain, in an ERP-driven environment.
• Ability tooperatein a fast-paced, highly regulated environment witha strong senseof urgency. Detail-oriented, results-driven, strong communicator, and team player.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Nuclear industry experience
• CPIM certification
• Start-up | Fast growth company experiencea plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Equity ownership in a rapidly growing advanced energy company
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Unlimited PTO
• Free daily lunch and dinner provided onsite
• Generous PPE stipend
• High-impact startup environment with significant ownership and autonomy
• Opportunities for rapid career growth and internal advancement
• Direct collaboration with experienced operators, engineers, and industry leaders
• The opportunity to help build and scale transformative energy technology from the ground up

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Valar Atomics is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment and will provide reasonable accommodation as required by law.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).

Salary

$100,000—$160,000 USD