Director, Supply Chain Operations

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like‑minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well‑being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower’s mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company’s activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications — all for significant human health benefits.

TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

Director, Supply Chain Operations

TerraPower is seeking a Director of Supply Chain Operations to lead the day‑to‑day execution of TerraPower’s global supply chain for the Natrium sodium‑cooled fast reactor program.

You’ll run the operational side of supply chain, including managing supplier delivery, material flow, logistics, inventory, and performance with a goal to ensuring the Natrium demonstration plant and the future commercial fleet stays on schedule and on budget. This role will report directly to the VP, Commercial Supply Chain.

Responsibilities

• Own end‑to‑end supply chain execution for all critical nuclear components, modules, fuel, and balance‑of‑plant equipment.
• Lead supplier performance management, on‑time delivery tracking, and corrective action programs.
• Build and run the logistics, warehousing, and material kitting strategy for modular construction sites.
• Manage supply chain systems, ERP integration, planning, and forecasting for long‑lead nuclear items.
• Drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, and delivery across the entire supplier network.
• Partner closely with the Director of Supply Chain Strategy to hand off qualified suppliers into live execution.
• Lead a team responsible for expediting, quality surveillance, and field material support.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree (Supply Chain, Business or Engineering) required; advanced degree preferred. Supply chain certification preferred.
• 15+ years in supply chain operations, with at least 5 years in nuclear, aerospace, or other highly regulated industries.
• Strong experience managing complex, long‑lead item supply chains for large energy or industrial projects.
• Deep knowledge of nuclear quality standards, ASME NQA‑1, and supply chain compliance.
• Proven ability to build, develop and lead high‑performing operational teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Job Functions:

• Motor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.
• Repetitive work: Prolonged
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day
• Travel required 0–10%

Job details

Salary Range: $216,695 – $325,042

* We typically place offers in the lower to middle portion of the range to maintain internal equity and allow room for growth. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual’s qualifications and experience. This range is specific to Washington State.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short‑term incentive payments
• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits
• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Life and Disability
• Gender Affiliation Benefits
• Parental Leave
• 401k Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 21 days of annually accrued PTO
• Generous Holiday Schedule
• 10 paid holidays
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

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