Sourcing Specialist

Company Overview Zeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries - compact power systems that provide reliable, clean energy in frontier environments. By harnessing the heat from radioisotopes, Zeno's batteries power critical missions on Earth, in space, and at sea. To bring this technology to market by 2027, Zeno is seeking out purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment. Team members will have a direct impact in enabling commercial and national security missions from the depths of our oceans, to the surface of the moon, and in austere environments here on Earth. Zeno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Sourcing Specialist Zeno is seeking a highly motivated Sourcing Specialist to support the mission-oriented efforts of developing and bringing to market Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) technologies.

In this role you will:

• Coordinate sourcing for both indirect and direct procurements.
• Process requisitions, coordinate the RFx process and monitor approval processes to move procurements forward.
• Forecast demand, evaluate capacity, and manage supply chain to adjust incoming material
• Track high risk components and supplier delivery performance
• Interpret engineering drawings and BOMs for use in sourcing activities
• Create sourcing strategies for all mechanical custom and COTS hardware
• Develop a preferred supplier network and leverage it to minimize cost and lead time for the fabrication and delivery of parts
• Manage outsource fabrication projects including planning, coordinating with stakeholders, estimating completion, and manage vendor performance
• Ensure performance of the supplier to contract obligations
• Understand interrelationships between contracts and terms while applying creativity and sound business reasoning to interpret application of contract to business needs
• Utilize negotiations to maximize value and cost savings benefit while lowering risk
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to support material selection and qualification

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree or 4-5 years of experience working in purchasing, procurement, material planning, production planning, supply chain management, or engineering in a supply chain/procurement role.
• Strong understanding and practical application of the RFx and BOM process
• Experience forecasting, demand planning, and lead time analysis
• Experience working closely with engineering professionals and environment
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and everchanging environment.
• Communicate sourcing status, supplier risks, tradeoffs, and recommendations clearly to suppliers and internal stakeholders, including engineering, operations, and senior leaders, to support timely decision-making.
• Manage multiple sourcing activities and changing priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strong track record for achieving results; must be able to reference wins and quantify impact.
• Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills
• Exercise sound judgment and work independently with minimal direction, escalating issues and decisions appropriately.

Preferred Qualifications Job Functions

• Position requires in-office presence in Seattle (South Lake Union) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, remote work is optional on Mondays and Fridays
• Travel: None required.
• Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds
• Repetitive work: Prolonged
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day

Compensation and Benefits The anticipated salary band for this position is $90,000-120,000. The final job level and compensation will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, years of relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, and other business considerations. In addition to competitive compensation, we also offer a generous benefits package, which includes:

• Stock options
• Flexible paid time off
• 401k plan with employer match
• 16 weeks of paid family leave
• 11 observed company holidays
• Employer HSA contributions
• Life insurance
• Transit benefits to put toward commuting expenses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Professional development
• Employee recognition program
• Company-sponsored ClassPass benefit to support

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