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Valar Atomics - Torrance, CA, United States - In-office - posted 2026-08-05

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Valar Atomics is redefining clean energy by making high-temperature nuclear power scalable for industry, hydrogen production, and next-generation manufacturing. The company is building advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication capabilities, with a pilot plant planned in Orangeville, Utah. As a Buyer within the Manufacturing and Supply Chain organization, you will own end-to-end purchasing execution for assigned commodities and programs. Your responsibilities span from PO placement through on-time, on-quality, on-cost material delivery, with direct partnership across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Logistics, and Finance. Key responsibilities include: - Owning purchasing and ordering execution for assigned commodities/programs, including creation and tracking of Purchase Orders, Transfer Orders, and Returns - Proactively identifying, communicating, and mitigating risks and delays in open POs - Driving on-time, on-quality, and on-cost PO placement, tracking, and delivery - Partnering with Engineering, Quality, and Supplier Quality to ensure compliance with nuclear industry regulatory requirements (10 CFR 830) and maintaining accurate purchasing records - Building and managing strong supplier relationships, managing expedites, schedule adjustments, and engineering changes - Resolving discrepancies in goods receipts and invoices to ensure timely supplier payment - Contributing to supply chain goals, processes, procedures, and KPIs; supporting ERP/MRP system selection and implementation - Ensuring compliance with international trade regulations, import/export laws, and certifications You will work in a Series A company culture emphasizing autonomy, ownership, and impact at every level.

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