Full-Time
Senior Supplier Integration Manager
Electrical Systems
Commonwealth Fusion Systems
1,001-5,000 employees
Develops and commercializes fusion energy technology
Compensation Overview
$80k - $180k/yr
Expert
Devens, MA, USA
- Bachelor’s degree in the field of Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance or other related field
- 10+ years’ related work experience in a manufacturing environment
- Previous experience designing or sourcing equipment for industrial electrical systems (such as transformers, reactors, switchgear, power supplies and power generation systems)
- Demonstrated ability to interpret technical documents and estimate costs, estimate lead times, and identify the best value supplier
- Proven experience in supporting new product introduction activities for highly technical products
- Exceptional understanding of strategic sourcing skills and tools
- Exceptional interpersonal skills in a matrixed team environment
- Strong relationship building skills
- Ability to prioritize and execute tasks
- Works with Integrity
- Strong Customer Service skills
- Remarkable problem-solving skills
- Works well under pressure
- Possesses excellent judgement
- Ability to read blueprints/drawings, interpret specifications and review statements of work
- General understanding of enterprise quality system functionality (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, TS16949, etc.)
- General understanding of ERP systems and MRP logic
- Act as a primary strategic sourcing expert for their assigned project teams, focused primarily on new products development activities
- Own the costed bill of materials for purchased components for their assigned project teams, and co-lead cost reviews
- Own and drive the make/buy process for their respective systems
- Drive sourcing projects, coordinating cross-functionally and adhering to commodity strategies where applicable (including: gather and interpret technical and non-technical requirements, create or review statements of work, identify potential suppliers)
- Negotiate short and long-term agreements for parts, subassemblies, finished goods, equipment, and/or services
- Create and manage purchase orders
- Monitor suppliers throughout the execution of the contracts, with support from the assigned Supplier Development Engineer(s)
- Report out on project status, risks and issues to the supply chain and the systems leadership teams
- Support cost savings initiatives, lead time improvement projects, and quality improvement projects
- Define or collaborate on project procurement or commodity strategies
- Visit suppliers as necessary to conduct business reviews or check on project milestones
- Negotiate internally and externally at high levels or with persons of influence frequently
- Adhere to all supply chain policies, procedures, guidelines and instructions including those regarding the procurement of materials, intellectual property, and export compliance
- Master’s degree in the field of Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or other related field
- Previous experience in a start-up or high growth environment
- Previous experience sourcing engineered systems and complex work packages
- Previous experience with new product introduction or sourcing for research and development
- Experience with financial control systems or cost accounting structures
Commonwealth Fusion Systems focuses on developing fusion energy as a clean and sustainable power source. The company utilizes advanced magnet technology, created in partnership with MIT, to build smaller and more affordable fusion systems called tokamaks. These devices use magnetic fields to confine plasma, making them an efficient method for achieving fusion. Currently, CFS is manufacturing high-temperature superconducting magnets and constructing SPARC, which aims to be the first commercially viable net energy fusion machine. The success of SPARC will lead to the development of ARC, the first fusion power plant. CFS differentiates itself from competitors by its commitment to scientific integrity and a mission-driven approach, ensuring that the best ideas are prioritized. The company's goal is to provide cost-competitive fusion energy to help combat climate change.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Series B
Total Funding
$3B
Headquarters
Harvard, Massachusetts
Founded
2018
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- CFS raised over $1 billion to advance its ARC fusion reactor.
- CFS plans to build the world's first fusion power plant in Virginia by 2030s.
- AI-driven plasma control advancements accelerate commercial fusion energy development.
What critics are saying
- High cost of rare-earth superconductors may impact CFS's financial viability.
- Deuterium absorption by reactor walls could reduce fuel efficiency and increase costs.
- Achieving net energy-positive fusion reaction remains a significant technical challenge.
What makes Commonwealth Fusion Systems unique
- CFS uses rare-earth barium copper oxide superconductor technology for energy development.
- CFS collaborates with MIT for advanced fusion research and magnet technology.
- CFS is building SPARC, the first commercially-relevant net energy fusion machine.
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Benefits
12.5 Company-wide Holidays
Our vacation policy is 'take vacation'
Our sick time policy is 'get better and try not to make others sick'
Generous parental leave policy
Health Reimbursement
Health, Dependent Care, & Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts
Delta Dental, Blue 20/20 Vision optional
Wellbeing / Headspace coverage
Short-term & long-term disability
Life and AD&D insurance
401K
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 1%1 year growth
↑ 2%2 year growth
↑ 0%Startups in the fusion energy sector have raised a total of $7.1 billion, with companies like Commonwealth Fusion Systems securing over $100 million each. These investments are driving advancements in high-temperature superconductors and AI-driven plasma control, bringing commercial fusion energy closer to reality. Despite technical challenges, experts believe fusion could transform global energy markets within a decade, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Commonwealth Fusion Systems has raised over $1 billion in its Series B2 round to advance its ARC fusion reactor, bringing total funding to nearly $3.8 billion. The company aims to deliver fusion power by the early 2030s. Additionally, Germany has shifted its stance on nuclear power, aligning with France to support nuclear energy in EU legislation under Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The Nuclear Company also raised $51 million to develop large-scale reactor campuses.
Commonwealth Fusion Systems has reportedly raised $1 billion in an extension of its Series B round to support the buildout of its demonstration fusion power reactor... University of Wisconsin spinout Realta raised $36 million for its modular magnetic mirror fusion technology.
Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has raised over $1 billion, led by an unnamed hyperscale data center developer, to build 400MW fusion reactors within a decade. CFS plans to construct the 'ARC' fusion power plant in Virginia by the early 2030s and aims to have a test system, 'SPARC,' by 2027. Despite challenges in fusion investments, CFS secured funding, while other companies like First Light Fusion and General Fusion face financial difficulties.
CFS has been developing SPARC step by step for years.