Who we are:

We are on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials that enable the green energy and technology revolution.  Our materials and technologies are required for the electric vehicle, green energy, consumer electronics, and defense industries, and our battery grade lithium and tech metals are needed for chipsets, semiconductors, and 5G. 

We have a substantial interest in the Round Top, Heavy Rare Earth, Lithium and Critical Minerals deposit in West Texas. We have also developed the United States’ first rare earth and critical minerals processing facility and we own the only scalable, sintered neo-magnet manufacturing system in the Western Hemisphere. By developing this fully integrated, US-based “mine-to-magnet” critical mineral supply chain, we are poised to become the leading domestic supplier to these industries.

What you can expect:

At USA Rare Earth, we are pioneers and problem solvers, technologists and team players. Together, we:

Build Solutions: If our task was a simple one, it would already be done. We are creative and solution-oriented, and we think outside the box to solve important problems. We know that a range of expertise and technologies is needed for success, and we work across sectors and alongside customers to deliver world-class solutions in sustainable ways.

Deliver Quality: When we do things, we do them well. We believe that top-tier quality leads to industry competitiveness and we hold ourselves to the highest quality standards. We move fast when executing, but safety, quality, and excellence always come first.

Lead responsibly: We have a responsibility to the planet, our consumers, our country, and each other. We put safety at the center of all we do, take accountability for our actions, incorporate sustainable practices in our processes and act with the financial best interest of our investors and consumers in mind.

Win Together: Establishing a rare earth magnet supply chain is a big undertaking – and getting there is a team effort. We communicate openly, work together and challenge each other in pursuit of our goals. With every step we take we learn and get better.

Position Summary

The Procurement Manager leads procurement and purchasing operations supporting mining, solvent extraction, processing, maintenance, and capital projects. This role is responsible for developing procurement systems and executing strategies that ensure the timely acquisition of materials, equipment, chemicals, spare parts, and services while optimizing cost, quality, availability, supply chain risk and supplier performance[PS1] . The Procurement Manager provides leadership to procurement personnel and serves as a strategic partner to Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Finance, and Project teams to support organizational objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and develop procurement personnel, providing day-to-day direction, performance management, and professional development.
• Establish Mining & Processing specific procurement systems to support fast-track delivery of capital projects
• Develop and implement procurement strategies, policies, and procedures that support operational reliability, inventory optimization, and cost management goals.
• Manage strategic sourcing activities, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and vendor relationships to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and service levels.
• Monitor supplier performance and supply chain risks, implementing mitigation strategies to minimize operational disruptions.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Warehouse teams to forecast material requirements and maintain appropriate inventory levels for production and maintenance activities.
• Oversee procurement support for maintenance shutdowns, capital projects, and major equipment acquisitions.
• Analyze procurement, inventory, and supplier performance data to identify cost savings, process improvements, and supply chain efficiencies.
• Ensure procurement activities, contracts, and records comply with company policies, audit requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Manage departmental budgets, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives to support business objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience in mining, mineral processing, manufacturing, chemical processing, or other industrial environments.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Experience with strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiations, inventory planning, and procurement compliance in both capital projects and operational environments
• Proficiency with ERP and procurement systems and the ability to analyze procurement and inventory data to support operational decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting mining, solvent extraction, mineral processing, or other continuous-process operations.
• Experience with leading procurement teams for very large capital projects
• Experience leading procurement functions in a high-growth or rapidly evolving industrial environment.
• Knowledge of MRO procurement, capital project purchasing, and critical spare parts management.
• Demonstrated success implementing procurement process improvements, supplier performance programs, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, CSCP, or equivalent.

Work Environment 

The work environment will be a mix of a typical office environment and a laboratory.   Noise level: Normal office and lab noises.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. The reporting relationship may not reflect the most recent changes to the corporate reporting structure.

USA Rare Earth proudly supports Equal Employment Opportunities

USA Rare Earth's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and will provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

For assistance applying for employment through this site due to disability, please contact Human Resources, hr@usare.com, to discuss reasonable accommodations.