Hybrid Fusion Supply Chain Lead

Type One Energy Group, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Stock options

Insurance plans

Retirement options

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Type One Energy Group is seeking a highly motivated Supply Chain Program Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain efforts for HTS magnet and fusion programs. You will develop supplier strategies, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure timely material availability for magnet design, fabrication, and testing.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in hardware supply chains and strong program management, with experience working with global suppliers and contract manufacturers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, sourcing, program management, manufacturing operations, or related disciplines.
• Experience managing complex technical supply chains for hardware products.
• Demonstrated success working with global suppliers and contract manufacturers.
• Strong program management and project execution skills.
• Experience with ERP, MRP, and supply chain planning systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute supply chain strategies supporting HTS magnet and fusion technology development and production programs.
• Lead cross-functional coordination among Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, and Program Management teams.
• Establish program-level supply plans, sourcing roadmaps, and supplier capacity strategies.
• Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers of superconducting tape, cryogenic components, precision-machined assemblies, insulation systems, and specialty materials.
• Build and maintain integrated schedules for critical supply chain activities and long-lead procurement requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance across cost, delivery, quality, and technical readiness metrics.
• Lead risk assessments and mitigation plans for supply continuity, supplier capacity, geopolitical risk, and material availability.
• Support make-versus-buy evaluations and supplier selection activities.
• Drive vendor readiness for prototype and production-scale magnet manufacturing.
• Create executive-level reporting on supply chain status, program risks, and recovery plans.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams on supplier qualification and non-conformance resolution.
• Support contract negotiations and strategic supplier partnerships.

Skills

Supply chain management

Program management

ERP/MRP experience

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

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

Tools

ERP software

MRP systems

Job description

Type One Energy Group is seeking a highly motivated Supply Chain Program Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain efforts for HTS magnet and fusion programs. You will develop supplier strategies, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure timely material availability for magnet design, fabrication, and testing.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in hardware supply chains and strong program management, with experience working with global suppliers and contract manufacturers.