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Procurement Specialist

Job in Paducah, McCracken County, Kentucky, 42001, USA
Listing for: General Matter, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-04-27
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Procurement / Purchasing, Operations Manager, Quality Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

General Matter is enriching uranium in America.

Our mission is to restore our country’s ability to make nuclear fuel. Our fuel will help power AI, manufacturing, and other critical industries. It will power our next generation of reactors. Ultimately, it will power our national ambitions.

We were incubated by Founders Fund, like Anduril and Palantir before us, and we are backed by top tier investors.

Our lean, world-class team of engineers and operators is applying a first-principles approach to solving the problem of nuclear fuel production.

We are a mission-driven company with a culture of urgency, accountability and transparency.

Procurement Manager

General Matter is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join our Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) team. This role is central to our efforts to design and build manufacturing facilities that will enable domestic nuclear fuel production.

This position supports EPC projects, including NRC-regulated environments, and is responsible for executing sourcing, negotiation, purchasing, and supplier management activities. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, construction, quality, and project teams to ensure materials and services are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with technical, commercial, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities
  • 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 for completeness and accuracy
  • 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 and execution priorities
  • Monitor supplier performance and expedite critical materials and equipment
  • Resolve issues related to schedule, quality, documentation, invoicing, and change orders
  • Ensure supplier compliance with quality, inspection, testing, and documentation requirements
  • Maintain accurate, audit-ready procurement records and documentation
  • Provide regular reporting on procurement status, risks, and supplier performance
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes and supplier management practices
Basic 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, preferably in EPC, construction, or industrial environments
  • 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
Preferred Skills and Experience
  • 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
Additional Requirements
  • Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.
  • Open to travel.
Equal Opportunity Employer

General Matter is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with General Matter is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national…

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