Senior Staff Commodity Manager - Graphite & Mechanical Components

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June 6

🏄 California – Remote

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💵 $150k - $180k / year

⏰ Full Time

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Mainspring Energy

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Energy • Clean Technology • Renewables

Mainspring Energy is a pioneering energy technology company that develops high-efficiency power generation solutions. Their flagship product, the Mainspring Linear Generator, delivers reliable local power at any scale and is designed for flexibility to utilize increasingly cleaner fuels as they become available. Mainspring is committed to advancing the energy landscape by promoting local power generation, enhancing resilience, and reducing carbon emissions, all while providing cost-effective solutions for a diverse range of applications, including commercial, industrial, and utility projects.

201 - 500 employees

Founded 2010

⚡ Energy

📋 Description

• Mainspring Energy is revolutionizing power generation with the world’s most flexible and adaptable onsite power generator, the Mainspring Linear Generator. • The Mainspring Linear Generator is fuel flexible, ramps up and down to meet demand, and utilizes a flameless technology with near-zero NOx emissions. • Mainspring Energy is rapidly scaling production of its breakthrough Linear Generator technology, necessitating a highly experienced and strategic Senior Staff Commodity Manager to lead global sourcing for graphite materials and mechanical components. • This role is essential for developing and executing comprehensive sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the procurement of materials that meet stringent technical, quality, and commercial requirements. • The ideal candidate will be accountable for the entire lifecycle of assigned commodities, including supplier identification, technical qualification, contracting, risk mitigation, and performance monitoring. • Cross-functional collaboration with engineering, materials science, operations, and quality is essential to meet business objectives and drive continuous improvement.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Materials, Mechanical, Chemical), Supply Chain, or related field; advanced degree or CPSM certification a plus. • 15+ years of progressive experience in commodity management or strategic sourcing, with a strong focus on graphite materials (preferably isostatic impregnated grades) and mechanical components. • Experience sourcing for energy, aerospace, or semiconductor industries preferred. • Proven success in supplier negotiations, long-term contract management, and global sourcing. • Deep technical knowledge of graphite properties, manufacturing, and high-temperature applications (e.g., thermal sealing, oxidation resistance, unlubricated environments). • Familiarity with graphite machining, wear testing, material failure modes, and counterface compatibility. • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. • Proficient in ERP systems and procurement tools; able to manage priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. • Exposure to lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methods is a plus.

🏖️ Benefits

• Along with the base salary, Mainspring offers pre-IPO stock options + benefits.