Sourcing Manager, Power Facilities at Fervo Energy in Houston, TX

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About Fervo Energy 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. Position Description Supply Chain is not a support function here. Our job is to be embedded with Engineering early — shaping equipment specs and supplier strategy before decisions are locked in, not sourcing against a finished design. The Sourcing Manager, Power Facilities owns category strategy and execution for major PowerBlock equipment — air-cooled condensers, heat exchangers, feed pumps, rotating equipment, and balance-of-plant systems. This role partners directly with Engineering on specification and packaging decisions, builds competitive supplier options across the category, and negotiates agreements that hold suppliers accountable for cost, schedule, and quality. Responsibilities Build and own a documented sourcing strategy for PowerBlock equipment categories, including ACCs, heat exchangers, feed pumps, and rotating equipment Identify opportunities to split or repackage scope across multiple suppliers to reduce cost and schedule risk Track market pricing and supplier capacity across the category to inform award decisions Engage Engineering early on equipment specifications and packaging strategy Bring supplier and market insight into design reviews before requirements are finalized Lead commercial negotiations for PowerBlock equipment purchases, from RFQ through contract execution Structure contracts and delivery terms that protect schedule and give Fervo visibility into supplier performance Manage supplier relationships and performance across the category post-award Partner with Logistics and Expediting to maintain delivery of long-lead equipment by site-required installation dates Qualifications Required 5+ years of sourcing, procurement, or category management experience, ideally in power generation, industrial equipment, or capital projects Experience negotiating equipment or services contracts with meaningful commercial value Comfortable reading and engaging with mechanical engineering specifications Track record of building supplier options and driving competitive sourcing outcomes Preferred Experience sourcing air-cooled condensers, heat exchangers, or other rotating/stationary power generation equipment Familiarity with tariff and domestic content considerations affecting equipment sourcing Experience partnering directly with engineering teams on spec and packaging decisions Background in energy infrastructure, industrial manufacturing, or capital projects Location Fervo Energy has offices in Houston, TX, Golden, CO, Reno, NV, Oakland, CA, and Salt Lake City, UT. This position will be eligible for some hybrid work flexibility, but regular in-office presence at any of the above locations will be required. Benefits & Perks Fervo offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and life outside of work. Benefits for eligible employees include: Medical, dental, and vision plan options Employer-paid basic life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage A 401(k) plan with up to 6% match Flexible paid time off and paid parental leave Family-building, fertilit