Procurement and Supply Chain Manager - US Based

What we do at Blykalla

Blykalla is a Swedish deep-tech company at the forefront of the nuclear industry, pioneering the development of small modular reactors that provide clean, safe, and reliable energy. Thanks to lead-cooling, we achieve high safety in a very compact format, allowing for a simple and cost-effective design that can be mass-produced.

Our unique reactor design will provide safe and green baseload energy that perfectly complements solar and wind power.

We are growing our Supply Chain team with an experienced Procurement and Supply Chain Manager. This role is pivotal in ensuring that we select the right partners that will support the development and manufacturing of our SMR, aligning with our objectives of innovation, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.

If you have a strong proven track record in Supply Chain and Procurement as well as experience from highly technical projects, we encourage you to apply and join our team in making a significant impact in the world of clean energy.

Your assignment and mission

As a Procurement and Supply Chain Manager in our team, you will play a crucial role in building a US Supply Chain function and strategy. Your focus will be on establishing and maintaining effective partnerships, ensuring compliance with standards, and contributing to the successful development and industrialization of our SMRs.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to understand technical requirements, timelines, and objectives.
• Analyze the market to identify potential partners and suppliers meeting our project requirements.
• Develop and execute Supply Chain strategies for EPC contractors, Nuclear Systems, and Engineering services critical to the development of Blykalla’s projects and SMRs.
• Conduct the Blykalla Sourcing process towards potential partners or suppliers.
• Manage contractual discussions with the chosen partners and suppliers to ensure quality, timely delivery, and cost-effectiveness.
• Implement and ensure that the sourcing process is in line with industry standards (such as ASME) and regulatory requirements during the project.
• Support the VP Supply Chain in overseeing the entire Sourcing to Pay cycle.
• Manage Supply Chain related risks and develop applicable contingency plans.
• Drive supplier performance and continuous improvement activities.
• Driving large-scale sourcing projects with an end-to-end perspective, securing a successful on-time industrialization.

Who you’ll get to work with

This role sits in the Supply Chain Management team within Blykalla and reports to the Head of Supply Chain. We are a diverse team that is passionate about our work and Blykalla.

Who you are

You will be part of a highly skilled team with a can-do attitude. We value personnel chemistry and strive to create a workplace where you enjoy coming to. There are, however, a few things that we think will help in order for you to succeed in this role, these are:

• You will be part of a highly skilled team with a can-do attitude. We value personal chemistry and strive to create a workplace where you enjoy coming to. There are, however, a few things that we think will help you to succeed in this role:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear, Materials, Industrial, or equivalent) or Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, combined with strong technical experience in complex engineered systems.
• Several years of experience in Supply Chain and Procurement, preferably from the Nuclear or energy sector. Alternatively, other highly technical, highly regulated industries (oil and gas, automotive, aerospace…).
• Good understanding of EPC contracts and complex engineered systems, with the ability to understand technical specifications, evaluate supplier technical capability, manufacturing processes, and quality systems (including nuclear-grade standards and quality assurance frameworks).
• Proven ability to work closely with engineering teams to translate functional, safety, and regulatory requirements into sourcing strategies.
• Strong track record from previous technical projects and/or from negotiating contracts and managing Nuclear suppliers.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Used to work both independently and collaboratively in a close team.
• Fluent in English, spoken and written

Location

This position will be based in Austin.

So, what do you think?

Don't miss the chance to be at the forefront of revolutionizing nuclear power. Join our team and help shape the energy landscape of tomorrow. Apply today with your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and achievements.

We are proud to foster an inclusive workplace free from discrimination. We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and background will lead to a better environment for our employees and a better product. This is something we value deeply, and we encourage everyone to be a part of changing the way the world thinks about power supply!

Reference & Background Checks

As part of our recruitment process, we conduct background checks on all candidates. We may also conduct reference checks to gain a well-rounded understanding of your professional experience, performance, and ways of working. This includes both references provided by you and, where relevant, conversations with other professional contacts who have worked closely with you.

We strive to be transparent about our reference-checking process and handle all personal data in accordance with applicable data protection regulations. Any additional references will be sought with professional judgment and only when considered relevant to the role.

Salary Range

$150,000–190,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

We offer competitive compensation aligned with our internal salary framework and growth potential in the role.

We do not accept applications via email.

We are not open to external help from recruitment agencies.

Note on AI Use: Blykalla may use AI technology to assist with certain administrative aspects of the hiring process, such as note-taking, interview documentation, and reporting. However, every resume and application is reviewed directly by our recruiting team. AI tools are used solely for operational support and do not influence candidate evaluation or hiring decisions.