Generalmatter

Procurement Specialist

Paducah, KY . Posted 6 months ago

The role

This person will execute sourcing, negotiation, purchasing, and supplier management activities for EPC projects. They will work cross-functionally to ensure materials and services are delivered on time and in compliance with requirements.

What you will do

  • Execute procurement activities across EPC projects from requisition through delivery, closeout, and documentation turnover
  • Review purchase requisitions, scopes of work, technical specifications, and commercial terms
  • Develop sourcing strategies and identify qualified suppliers and subcontractors
  • Prepare and issue RFQs, bid packages, and supplier communications
  • Evaluate supplier proposals based on cost, schedule, technical compliance, and risk
  • Support and lead commercial negotiations including pricing, terms, delivery schedules, and change management
  • Issue and manage purchase orders, service agreements, and subcontracts
  • Partner with engineering, quality, and construction teams to align procurement with project schedules
  • Monitor supplier performance and expedite critical materials and equipment
  • Resolve issues related to schedule, quality, documentation, invoicing, and change orders

Required qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • 5–8 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain
  • Experience sourcing materials, equipment, and services for technical or capital projects
  • Familiarity with procurement processes including RFQs, bid evaluations, and purchase order management
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents, drawings, and specifications
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
  • Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary
  • Open to travel

Nice to have

  • Experience in highly regulated industries such as nuclear, energy, or infrastructure
  • Familiarity with quality standards, supplier qualification, and documentation control requirements
  • Experience supporting large capital projects or EPC environments
  • Knowledge of contract terms, commercial risk, and supplier management practices
  • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards
  • Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPPB, or equivalent

Benefits

  • long-term incentives, in the form of stock options
  • medical, vision & dental coverage
  • access to a 401(k) retirement plan

About the company

General Matter enriches uranium. They are designing, building, and operating the world’s lowest-cost enrichment services in the US.

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