Procurement Specialist — Fusion Tech, Hybrid & Stock Options

Type One Energy Group, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Stock options

Insurance plans

Retirement options

Volunteer benefits

Job summary

Type One Energy is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support sourcing and purchasing for stellarator development programs. You will manage POs, supplier communications, contract administration, and procurement execution for specialized materials and equipment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in procurement, strong negotiation and supplier management skills, and familiarity with ERP systems. A hybrid work policy and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or related discipline.
• 3+ years of procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
• Experience managing purchase orders and supplier communications.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Familiarity with ERP or procurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute procurement activities supporting stellarator/Infinity program development and manufacturing.
• Create and manage purchase orders, requisitions, supplier quotations, and procurement documentation.
• Source and procure technical components, instrumentation, test equipment, and other technical products and services.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations for cost, lead time, technical capability, and quality requirements.
• Expedite critical orders and proactively manage supplier delivery commitments.
• Maintain accurate procurement records within ERP and purchasing systems.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance teams to support program requirements.
• Track supplier performance and assist with issue resolution.
• Support supplier onboarding and qualification activities.
• Assist with contract administration, NDAs, and purchasing agreements.
• Generate procurement reports on supplier performance, spend, and delivery metrics.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and contractual requirements.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier management

ERP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Job description

Type One Energy is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support sourcing and purchasing for stellarator development programs. You will manage POs, supplier communications, contract administration, and procurement execution for specialized materials and equipment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in procurement, strong negotiation and supplier management skills, and familiarity with ERP systems. A hybrid work policy and comprehensive benefits are offered.