Senior Buyer

pacificfusion

San Leandro, CA · San Leandro · United States

Posted Apr 2, 2026

Full-time
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Job description

About Pacific Fusion

Pacific Fusion was founded in 2023 with the mission to power the world with abundant, affordable, clean energy.

We are rapidly designing and building a pulser-driven inertial fusion system to achieve net facility gain (more fusion energy output than stored energy input). In parallel, we are developing the key components required to build affordable fusion systems.

Our plans are ambitious. We have raised over $900M so far from incredible investors, resourcing us to deliver on these plans. We are bringing together the best scientists, engineers, and operators from the fusion community, hard tech industry, and other sectors. We are united by a shared sense of urgency to provide clean power for the world, particularly managing climate change while meeting growing global energy demand. You can read more about us in this letter from our founders.

Why This Role Matters

The Senior Buyer will support the sourcing and delivery of components required to build the fusion demonstration system. You will work closely with scientists and engineers across many disciplines to ensure that their designs can be assembled on time and on budget, leading to a successful project delivery. Your role involves negotiating with suppliers, managing supplier performance, and implementing procurement strategies to meet business objectives. You will also support cost reduction initiatives and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure optimal supply chain performance.

What You'll Do

Oversee the overall procurement process including but not limited to creating and reviewing RFPs and RFQs, purchase order management, and invoice reconciliation
Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers, ensuring compliance to purchase agreements and identifying opportunities for improvement
Work collaboratively with scientists and engineers to identify potential suppliers that meet design requirements and align with the company's overall goals and objectives
Identify potential supply chain risks and develop risk mitigation plans
Prepare reports to track KPIs, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives
Participate in continuous improvement of current systems and processes and the overall procurement process

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related equivalent experience in this field
5+ years of experience in purchasing, material planning, or supply chain, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of supply chain processes including procurement, logistics, and inventory management
Experience with supplier negotiations, contract management, and risk mitigation
Proficiency in supply chain management software (e.g., Netsuite, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills and experience with data analysis and reporting
Comfortable operating in an evolving, ambiguous, and cross-functional startup environment

Bonus Points For

Experience as a Global Supply Manager
Experience with reviewing terms and conditions and master schedule agreements
Experience with Coupa
Experience in a startup environment
Experience working in aerospace, automotive, fusion or energy industries

Pay Range:

$125,000—$150,000 USD

Total Compensation & Benefits for Eligible Employees

Industry-competitive salary
Equity plan
6% employer 401k matching
Generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, paid family leave)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Actual base salary offered will be determined by: experience, skills, and work location. This range is for base salary, our total compensation includes equity and benefits. We welcome you to apply even if your expectations are outside our listed range.

Pacific Fusion is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Pacific Fusion is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures and throughout employment. If you need assistance or any accommodation, please let us know.

Pacific Fusion does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies without a fully executed recruitment agreement in place. In the absence of such agreement, Pacific Fusion reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidates without an obligation to pay fees. Agencies are requested not to contact Pacific Fusion hiring managers or employees regarding recruiting services.