Procurement Manager, Integrated Systems

At Proxima Fusion, we're building the next generation of fusion power plants. That means sourcing some of the world's most advanced technical systems - from heating, cryogenics and vacuum supplier-designed systems to manufacturing machinery and diagnostics. As Procurement Manager for Integrated Systems, you'll lead sourcing for complex equipment where suppliers play a key role in the design, integration and long-term performance of the system. You'll work closely with Engineering teams to select the right partners, negotiate contracts and ensure systems are delivered, tested and commissioned successfully.

Responsibilities

Own procurement for integrated systems, manufacturing equipment and supplier-designed technical packages; Develop sourcing strategies and identify the best suppliers for complex engineering systems such as cryogenic systems, fuel cycle, vacuum systems, plant electrical supply, cooling, instrumentation/control/data, plasma heating and diagnostics; Lead RFIs, RFPs and supplier negotiations from market assessment through contract award; Define commercial agreements covering performance, warranties, documentation, acceptance testing and lifecycle support; Work closely with Engineering to manage supplier interfaces, technical risks and delivery milestones; Manage interfaces between technical packages and suppliers, ensuring system-level performance requirements, integration responsibilities and acceptance criteria are clearly defined; Support contract execution by managing supplier performance, change requests and commercial risks; Improve procurement processes using digital tools and AI to simplify sourcing and decision-making

Requirements

Around 5–7 years of experience in procurement, supplier management or strategic sourcing; Experience sourcing complex equipment, machinery or integrated technical systems and working under uncertainty; Comfortable working with technical specifications, system interfaces and acceptance testing and able to adapt to constant changes; Strong negotiation and contract management skills; Able to balance technical, commercial and project considerations when making sourcing decisions; You switch cleanly between strategic thinking and execution mode, navigating multi-stakeholder environments with ease and bringing professionalism to everything you touch; Degree in Engineering or a related field

Nice to have

Preferred experience in fusion, aerospace, energy, nuclear, automation or other complex engineering industries; Preferred experience sourcing cryogenic systems, vacuum equipment, manufacturing machinery, power systems or similar technical packages; Preferred familiarity with FAT/SAT, commissioning, warranties and lifecycle support; Preferred experience in a startup, scale-up or first-of-a-kind engineering environment