Director of External Services

Last Energy seeks a Director of External Services to play a central role in developing and executing Last Energy’s global supply chain strategy to support the deployment of our modular PWR-20 power plants. This individual will lead sourcing, procurement, and contract management efforts across critical mechanical, electrical, and construction categories, ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and delivery precision in a fast-moving, highly technical environment.

Working closely with engineering, manufacturing, and project delivery teams, the Director of External Services will be responsible for building and managing a resilient supplier network capable of supporting rapid, repeatable, and scalable production. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented sourcing leader who thrives at the intersection of technology, supply chain, and project execution.

• Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers across mechanical, electrical, nuclear, and construction disciplines to support rapid deployment and factory fabrication
• Negotiate complex commercial agreements, long-term supplier contracts, and service-level expectations to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery
• Develop category strategies to optimize cost, mitigate risk, and secure continuity of supply across critical systems, including pressure vessels, pumps, piping, valves, instrumentation, and controls
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Project Delivery, Licensing, and Operations teams to align supplier capabilities with project timelines and technical requirements
• Manage supplier performance through KPIs, audits, and corrective‑action plans to ensure compliance with nuclear industry quality and safety standards
• Support the development of digital procurement tools, standardized documentation, and scalable sourcing processes for repeatable project execution
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in cost reduction, contract management, and logistics efficiency throughout the product lifecycle
• Contribute to supply‑chain risk assessments, material forecasts, and capacity planning to meet aggressive build schedules and scaling demands

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
• 7+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply‑chain management in heavy industrial, energy, or manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated success negotiating high‑value supplier contracts and managing global supplier relationships
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and fabrication processes, including vendor qualification and quality assurance
• Proven ability to develop supplier partnerships for emerging technologies or new product introduction
• Proven project management experience coordinating complex, cross‑functional deliverables under tight timelines
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Must be authorized to work in the United States