Specialist II, Supply Chain

Job Description X-energy LLC is hiring a Supply Chain Specialist to join its team. This role implements the Supply Chain Process, acts as primary liaison with key suppliers and company stakeholders, and leverages supply chain data to drive strategic process improvement activities. Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities For complex, high-risk categories, establish major material and service agreements and support special projects as well as complex sourcing initiatives. Participate in periodic ‘special project’ initiatives. Responsible for ensuring on time category procurements (including tactical). Take initiative to resolve supplier performance issues and emergent issues. Maintain and own the position of primary contact for the resolution of systemic/recurring supplier/customer issues. Develop close working relationships with supplier (executive and working level) and end customers. Monitor supplier performance to ensure that contract terms and conditions are being met or exceeded and performance meets customer expectations. Manage and/or support supplier alliance process and own/manage all supplier relationships. Lead and/or support all supplier relationship development programs and supplier alliance periodic meetings. Prepare category plans, perform category spend and risk analysis; plan and implement negotiation strategies; design and implement category and supplier risk mitigation strategies; plan and implement contract management for contracts within category. Provide direction to contract administrators, procurement and sourcing specialists and other supply personnel, as appropriate, within and across spend categories. Identify and implement sourcing and category management best practices. Identify and manage category risks; and align category profiles with business needs, company direction, and goals. Support Emergency Response activities as assigned. Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication. Support team members with the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities, listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document, under guided supervision. Perform other duties as assigned by manager. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, science, or business. Typically, three years of experience in a supply chain role required. Experience in material planning and scheduling. Demonstrated supply chain management, contract management, project management, and change management skills. Demonstrated knowledge of category and supply management concepts. Demonstrated data analysis capability. Availability for travel as required across company sites, supplier locations as business needs dictate. Demonstrated negotiation skills. Ability to hold Suppliers accountable for performance. Preferred Skills The ability to analyze and interpret operational data to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies and recommend opportunities for process improvement. Experience with process mapping tools (e.g., Visio). Location: 9801 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg MD Work Site Expectations: 4 days a week in office Travel Expectations: Up to 10% as needed Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri Compensation As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives. Qualifications Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual’s qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is: $79,875 -$104,625 Position Job Classification Full time - Exempt Benefits X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees. Equal Opportunity Employer An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. E-Verify Participation X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. Please visit the links below for more information about E-Verify and the protection of your Right to Work. Right To Work Link: If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away (e-verify.gov) E-Verify Participation Link: E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish #J-18808-Ljbffr X-energy