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About the Role

FFC is building the first integrated fusion fuel cycle, UNITY 2, at CNL’s Chalk River Laboratories. Delivering UNITY 2 and commercializing the capability behind it depends on a supply chain able to source, qualify, and deliver first-of-a-kind engineered systems. This role will design the supply chain function as it scales.

Responsibilities

Set the supply chain strategy from first-of-a-kind (FOAK) delivery through commercial scale globally.
Set procurement priorities, direct critical sourcing, and oversee supplier performance.
Run day-to-day sourcing, procurement, supplier management, logistics, and inventory.
Build the foundations (processes, systems, and team) that allow the supply chain to scale with the business.
Develop, maintain, and execute a multi-year supply chain strategy tied to FFC’s corporate strategy, the UNITY 2 schedule, and commercialization plans, and translate it into annual plans, budgets, and KPIs.
Lead make-versus-buy, single- versus dual-source, and strategic partnership decisions for FOAK and long-lead systems, backed by business cases and total-cost-of-ownership analysis.
Work with Engineering, Projects, and Finance to forecast material and equipment needs, plan around lead times, and align procurement timing with project milestones and cash flow.
Identify, quantify, and mitigate supply risks, including single-source dependencies, long lead times, and trade and export controls.
Execute end-to-end sourcing and procurement (RFQs and RFPs, bid evaluation, negotiation, contracting, and purchase orders) for engineered systems, components, materials, and services, driving cost, schedule, and quality outcomes.
Actively expedite long-lead and FOAK orders through supplier visits, progress meetings, and milestone tracking, spotting slippage early and protecting or pulling forward delivery dates.
Build a qualified, performance-managed supplier base with Engineering and Quality, including supplier qualification, audits, scorecards, and corrective actions.
Build and manage multi-year relationships and long-term agreements with key suppliers, including protection of FFC technology.
Resolve non-conformances, technical deviations, delays, changes, and cost claims directly with suppliers and FFC teams, negotiating recovery plans and commercial settlements firmly without damaging the relationship.
Design sourcing and procurement policies, approval thresholds, and workflows that scale as FFC grows.
Manage freight, import and export, customs, receiving, storage, and inventory control for equipment and materials, including delivery to Chalk River Laboratories.
Ensure supply chain activities meet FFC quality requirements and CNL site, nuclear, and export-control requirements, and implement the procurement, inventory, and reporting tools needed to run the function.
Own the supply chain budget and forecasts, report performance and risks to the executive team and Board, support bids and proposals, and bring in contractors or hires as the function grows.
Deliver an approved supply chain strategy, operating model, and resourcing plan.
Manage supply chain budget, procurement commitments within delegated authority, commercial value, and cost control.
Ensure critical procurement milestones, long-lead equipment readiness, supplier performance, and resolution or timely escalation of issues and risks to project cost, schedule, or quality.
Implement effective purchasing controls and supplier oversight, and adherence to requirements in partnership with the responsible specialists.
Achieve measurable KPIs, accurate executive reporting, corrective action plans, and development of the supply chain team and systems as FFC scales.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
8+ years of progressive supply chain, procurement, or operations experience in an engineering-intensive or regulated environment, in industry, consulting, or both.
Experience leading a function or major programs.
Hands-on experience with complex suppliers (precision manufacturing, special processes, and nuclear-grade or high-spec components).
Track record of taking a supply chain strategy from blank page to delivered outcome, whether building a function or leading a major program.
Comfortable working hands-on in a fast-moving, early-stage organization.
Strong working knowledge of strategic sourcing, procurement, and supplier management for complex engineered equipment and long-lead items.
Experience with contract negotiation, post-award commercial management (changes, claims, recovery plans, and settlements), and make-versus-buy decisions.
Track record of building long-term strategic supplier partnerships.
Strong structured problem-solving skills.
Ability to turn raw data into a clear recommendation with limited direction.
Proficiency using advanced Excel and financial modeling for business cases, total cost of ownership, and cost and pricing models.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to explain supply chain risks, technical deviations, and commercial trade-offs in plain language to engineers, executives, the Board, and suppliers.
Ability to influence senior leaders.
Ability to produce executive- and Board-ready material.
Ability to manage multiple workstreams to deadline.
Comfortable using AI tools for research, drafting, analysis and tool development.
Eligible to work in Canada.
Able to travel to Ottawa and other locations as required.
Able to meet the requirements for site access at CNL’s Chalk River Laboratories.

Skills

Supply Chain Management
Procurement
Operations
Strategic Sourcing
Supplier Management
Logistics
Inventory Control
Negotiation
Contract Management
Financial Modeling
Stakeholder Management
AI Tools

Location

Chalk River Laboratories
Ottawa

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

8+ years of progressive experience
Leadership experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field
MBA, advanced degree, or supply chain designation (e.g., SCMP, CSCP, or CPSM) an asset
Experience in nuclear, fusion, aerospace, defence, energy, or another regulated, highly engineered sector, including FOAK, R&D, or capital project supply chains and nuclear procurement quality requirements (such as CSA N299) is a plus
Experience with import and export controls, customs, and international logistics, including cross-border sourcing (for example, from Japan and the United States) is a plus

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision benefit from day one.
Competitive paid vacation and sick time.
Small, tight-knit team with low barriers to action.
Exposure to a wide variety of problems for unparalleled, hands-on professional growth.

About the Company

Fusion Fuel Cycles (FFC) is building the first integrated fusion fuel cycle, UNITY 2, at CNL’s Chalk River Laboratories.
Delivering UNITY 2, and commercializing the capability behind it, depends on a supply chain able to source, qualify, and deliver first-of-a-kind (FOAK) engineered systems, on schedule, to cost, and to quality.
FFC’s supply chain function is being established, and this is your chance to design it as it scales.

Equal Opportunity

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please reach out to info@ffc.inc [info@ffc.inc].