Buyer/Planner

Job overview

The Buyer/Planner role is onsite in Kearny, NJ, with a stated salary range of $120,000–$145,000 per year. Thea Energy is developing a faster, simpler approach to commercializing fusion energy and describes its mission as creating a limitless zero-emission energy source. The role manages material requirements and procurement for commercial fusion systems, coordinating with engineering and prototyping teams as designs evolve. It helps keep components and supplies available on schedule while managing supplier performance, inventory, and purchasing documentation.

What you'll do

• Manage purchasing from requisition through delivery
• analyze engineering drawings and bills of materials
• source and qualify suppliers
• negotiate price, lead time, and delivery terms
• maintain supplier and procurement records
• expedite priorities and track supplier performance
• coordinate freight and customs documentation
• manage inventory levels.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

buyer/planner

procurement

materials planning

fusion energy

kearny nj

thea energy

full-time

supplier management

inventory management

erp/mrp

engineering drawings

$120k–$145k/year

medical/dental/vision

20 days pto

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• employee equity stock options
• 20 days of paid time off.

Why this role

The posting seeks 5+ years of buying, planning, or material-control experience in a high-tech or aerospace environment and proficiency with ERP/MRP tools.

About the employer

Thea Energy is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.