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Our mission is to transform geothermal into America’s most dependable and affordable source of clean, around-the-clock power. By combining innovations in horizontal drilling, fiber-optic sensing, and advanced reservoir engineering, Fervo has developed a repeatable approach to building utility-scale enhanced geothermal systems. Our flagship Cape Station development in Utah is planned to deliver 500 MW of firm, carbon-free power, and we are advancing a development pipeline of more than 50 GW. Join us and work alongside world-class engineers, geoscientists, operators, project builders, and business leaders working to make geothermal a cornerstone of a more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy future.\nPosition Description\nFervo is building the most cost-effective, repeatable geothermal power plants in the world, and keeping those plants running safely and reliably requires a supply chain function built for operational scale. As Fervo commissions new facilities and expands its operating portfolio, the processes, tools, and team capabilities that support plant operations must grow with it.\nThe Supply Chain Manager, Operations will report to senior supply chain leadership and own the inventory management, MRO category strategy, and operational procurement support functions that enable Fervo’s commissioning and plant operations teams to execute. This role is responsible for building the systems, team, and operating model that will support Fervo’s facilities for the long term.\nThe Supply Chain Manager, Operations will lead a team that includes the Category Manager for MRO, an Inventory Manager, and Supply Chain Analysts, working closely with Commissioning, Plant Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Finance, and IT to build scalable supply chain and inventory processes that support safe, reliable, and cost-effective plant performance.\nSuccess in this position means that Fervo’s operating facilities have the materials, spares, and supplier support they need - when they need them - without unnecessary working capital exposure. The Supply Chain Manager will be expected to build the inventory management system and operating model largely from the ground up, establishing the standards, governance, and team capabilities that will scale across a growing plant portfolio.\nResponsibilities\nTeam Leadership & Organizational Development\nManage and develop a team including the Category Manager for MRO, Inventory Manager, and Supply Chain Analysts, coaching on stakeholder management, procurement execution, inventory discipline, supplier performance, and data-driven decision making.\n\nBuild the organizational structure, capabilities, and talent pipeline needed to support current operations and future growth, including hiring, onboarding, and performance management.\n\nFoster a team culture focused on accountability, urgency, collaboration, and responsive support for field operations.\n\nCommissioning & Plant Operations Support\nLead supply chain readiness for commissioning, startup, and ongoing plant operations, ensuring timely availability of materials, equipment, services, spare parts, and consumables across all facilities.\n\nPartner with Commissioning, Plant Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering to develop supply chain readiness plans for new facilities including critical spares strategies, supplier onboarding, and site support processes.\n\nServe as the primary supply chain partner for operational stakeholders, aligning procurement activity with plant safety, reliability, uptime, cost, and schedule objectives.\n\nInventory Management System & Execution\nLead the buildout of Fervo’s inventory management system and operating model, defining roles, governance, service levels, workflows, and handoffs between Supply Chain, Operations, Maintenance, Finance, IT, and site teams.\n\nEstablish inventory standards for item setup, material master data, storage locations, reorder points, min/max levels, cycle counting, issue and return processes, receiving, and obsolescence management.\n\nDrive inventory accuracy, working capital efficiency, and material availability through strong controls, reporting dashboards, and consistent inventory practices across plants and warehouses.\n\nMRO Category Management, Analytics & Continuous Improvement\nOversee MRO category strategy including sourcing, supplier management, contracting, cost control, and service level performance across maintenance materials, repair services, operating supplies, tools, and consumables.\n\nDevelop and monitor key performance indicators such as supplier on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, stockouts, purchase order cycle time, cost savings, and inventory turns, using data to identify supply risks, process gaps, and cost opportunities.\n\nPartner cross-functionally to improve demand planning, material master data, warehouse processes, and ERP and reporting tools, driving standard work and continuous improvement across the operations supply chain function.\n\nQualifications\nRequired\nBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field\n\n10 or more years of progressive experience in supply chain, inventory management, MRO, procurement, or materials management\n\nExperience supporting plant operations, commissioning, maintenance, manufacturing, energy, or similar operating environments\n\nStrong understanding of MRO procurement, inventory management, materials management, and operational support processes\n\nExperience building or improving inventory systems, warehouse processes, or materials management programs\n\nProficiency in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle, with strong Excel and analytical skills\n\nPreferred\n3 or more years of people leadership experience within operations, materials management, supply chain, or procurement\n\nHistory of influencing senior leaders and leading cross-functional teams in a high-growth or operationally complex environment\n\nSelf-starter with a track record of developing and implementing strategic supply chain initiatives\n\nStrong analytical, critical thinking, negotiation, and problem-solving skills\n\nLocation\nFervo Energy is headquartered in Houston, TX. This position will be eligible for some hybrid work flexibility, but regular in-office presence at the Houston location will be required. Although office based, some travel to Fervo operational sites may be required.\nBenefits & Perks\nFervo offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and life outside of work. Benefits for eligible employees include:\nMedical, dental, and vision plan options\nEmployer-paid basic life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage\nA 401(k) plan with up to 6% match\nFlexible paid time off and paid parental leave\nFamily-building, fertility, hormonal health, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting support through Carrot\nA dependent care FSA for eligible child and elder care expenses\nAn annual Lifestyle Spending Account for eligible wellness expenses, including fitness, financial planning, pet insurance, and pet care\nEmployee ownership opportunities through Fervo’s Employee Stock Purchase Program, as well as LTI and bonus opportunities for eligible roles\nBenefits and programs are subject to eligibility requirements and may change.\nOur Workplace\nFervo Energy highly values having employees work in the office to foster collaboration and strengthen our company culture. This role follows a hybrid schedule, with team members expected to work in the office three days per week. Fervo considers this in-office schedule an essential function of the role. Your recruiter can share more information about the schedule.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nFervo Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local law. 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