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Fervo Energy · Houston, TX · On-site

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About Fervo Energy

Fervo Energy develops and operates next-generation geothermal power projects that produce continuous, low-carbon electricity by tapping heat from deep beneath the Earth’s surface. Backed by Activate Venture Partners.

About the role

Operational procurement. Source and procure MRO materials, critical spare parts, consumables, chemicals, equipment, repair services, and other operational requirements. Requirements review. Review purchase requisitions and technical requirements for completeness, coordinating with Commissioning, Operations and Production to confirm specifications and approve proposed alternatives or cross references. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
  • Five or more years of purchasing, procurement, materials management, or supply chain experience in energy, power generation, manufacturing, oil and gas, or a similar industrial environment
  • Experience procuring MRO materials, spare parts, industrial equipment, consumables, repair services, and field services
  • Experience managing purchase requisitions, purchase orders, expediting, supplier performance, and invoice or receiving discrepancies
  • Proficiency with ERP or procurement systems such as SAP or Oracle, along with strong Excel, KPI reporting, and analytical skills
  • Strong commercial judgment, negotiation, organization, communication, and problem-solving capabilities, including the ability to manage urgent requirements while maintaining procurement controls
More about this role

Fervo Energy (NASDAQ: FRVO) is a modern power company developing next-generation geothermal resources to meet the growing demand for affordable, reliable, 24/7 carbon-free energy. 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.

The Buyer, Operations is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and expediting spare parts, consumables, equipment, and services supporting commissioning, maintenance, and plant operations. This role helps protect plant availability while improving cost competitiveness, supplier performance, procurement...

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