Manager, Supply Chain Systems Transformation

Position Description Manager, Supply Chain Systems Transformation responsible for designing, implementing, and improving systems, processes, analytics, and operational infrastructure enabling Oklo’s supply chain organization to scale from development activities to fleet deployment. Serves as the business owner for supply chain enterprise systems including Procurement Orchestration, Procure-to-Pay, Supplier Management, Inventory Management, MES, QMS, and future ERP platforms. Works closely with implementation partners, software vendors, IT, and operational stakeholders to configure, adopt, and optimize systems for measurable business value. Operates as a business process architect and internal product manager, translating operational requirements into scalable workflows, configurations, reporting, and analytics that support Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Construction, Finance, and Program teams. Owns the supply chain performance measurement framework—developing dashboards, KPIs, reporting, and analytics that provide visibility into procurement effectiveness, operational readiness, inventory health, supplier performance, and overall supply chain execution. Reports to the Senior Director of Procurement & Supply Chain; may be based in Santa Clara, CA or remote within the United States. Specific responsibilities Serve as the business owner for supply chain enterprise systems, including Procurement Orchestration, Procure-to-Pay, Supplier Management, Inventory Management, MES, QMS, and future ERP platforms. Lead business-side implementation efforts from requirements definition through deployment, adoption, and continuous improvement. Partner with software vendors, implementation providers, and IT teams to configure, test, deploy, and optimize enterprise systems. Define and maintain system workflows, approval processes, master data structures, transaction models, reporting frameworks, and governance mechanisms. Lead user acceptance testing, training, change management, and business readiness activities. Monitor system performance and drive continuous improvements to ensure systems remain effective as business needs evolve. Evaluate and recommend new technologies and digital capabilities that improve supply chain scalability and efficiency. Support ERP evaluation, selection, implementation planning, and future deployment activities. Ensure enterprise systems generate the operational visibility, analytics, and decision-support capabilities required to effectively manage procurement, inventory, manufacturing, quality, and supplier performance. Business Process Architecture Design and standardize supply chain processes across Procurement, Planning, Logistics, Inventory Management, Supplier Management, Manufacturing, and Quality. Translate operational requirements into scalable business processes and system-enabled workflows. Ensure alignment between business processes and enterprise systems across Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, and Construction. Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve operational efficiency through technology. Establish governance models and operating mechanisms that support long-term organizational growth. Develop and maintain the supply chain systems and capability roadmap required to support future deployment objectives. Analytics & Performance Management Own the supply chain performance measurement framework, including KPI development, reporting standards, dashboard design, and executive visibility. Define, calculate, and maintain key procurement and supply chain performance metrics. Develop dashboards and reporting tools that provide visibility into team performance, sourcing activity, purchase order execution, supplier responsiveness, inventory health, manufacturing readiness, and deployment risk. Establish data governance and reporting structures that ensure metrics are accurate, actionable, and trusted across the organization. Partner with Supply Chain leadership to identify performance improvement opportunities and measure operational effectiveness. Develop executive-level reporting and business reviews that communicate supply chain performance, risks, and improvement initiatives. Build analytical capabilities that support planning, forecasting, scenario analysis, and strategic decision-making. Develop supplier performance scorecards and supplier performance management frameworks as the organization scales. Ensure enterprise systems generate the operational and management data required to effectively run the supply chain organization. Supply Chain Capability Development & Transformation Identify organizational, process, systems, and data capability gaps and recommend solutions. Support long-range planning efforts related to supply chain scaling and fleet deployment. Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction, Program Management, Finance, and Quality to align systems and processes with company objectives. Lead cross-functional transformation initiatives that improve supply chain effectiveness and organizational readiness. Evaluate supplier scalability, operational readiness, and future capability requirements. Support development of scalable supply chain operating models required for future fleet deployment. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Information Systems, Business, or a related field. 7+ years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, operations, business systems, consulting, digital transformation, or related disciplines. Demonstrated experience leading implementation or optimization of enterprise business systems. Experience translating business requirements into system configurations, workflows, reporting, analytics, and operational processes. Experience developing operational metrics, dashboards, reporting tools, and performance management frameworks. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and systems-thinking capabilities. Experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Bonus Qualifications Experience implementing Procurement Orchestration, Procure-to-Pay, Supplier Management, Inventory Management, MES, QMS, ERP, or related enterprise systems. Experience serving as a business process owner, product owner, solution architect, or implementation lead. Experience supporting ERP selection, implementation, or deployment efforts. Experience developing executive dashboards, business intelligence solutions, or operational analytics. Experience in nuclear, aerospace, defense, semiconductor, automotive, energy, or other highly regulated industries. Experience supporting manufacturing scale-up, capital projects, or supply chain transformation initiatives. Experience with data analytics, business intelligence, and reporting platforms. MBA, advanced engineering degree, or equivalent experience. Travel Requirements Employees may be required to travel to headquarters in Santa Clara, CA twice a quarter and for the first two weeks of onboarding. Remote employees will travel as needed based on business or team needs. Compensation & Benefits Salary: $140,000 - $200,000 Benefits include flexible time off, equity, bonuses, competitive pay, 401(k), health insurance (with employer contribution), HSA, FSA, flexible work hours, wellness credits, and other benefits. Legal This position may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Only applicants who meet the definition of a U.S. person under applicable laws may be eligible. #J-18808-Ljbffr Oklo Inc