Buyer, Contract

Centrus Global Career Site•Oak Ridge, TN

About The Position

If you thrive on connecting the dots between technical needs, great suppliers, and mission-critical operations—this is your kind of challenge. As a Buyer, Contracts at Centrus Energy, you’ll be the link that keeps our advanced enrichment operations running smoothly. You’ll handle specialized procurements—from high-tech equipment and materials to expert services and staff augmentation—ensuring everything we buy meets quality, cost, and compliance standards. This is a role where curiosity meets precision, and every purchase helps power the next generation of clean energy innovation. What You Will Do: You’ll lead the full procurement lifecycle—reviewing purchase requests and technical data packages, evaluating bids, and negotiating contracts that deliver value and reliability. You’ll analyze pricing, assess supplier performance, and ensure compliance with internal policies and Federal acquisition regulations. Whether it’s working with engineers on complex specs, negotiating fair deals, or managing supplier relationships, you’ll play a key role in ensuring that Centrus gets the right materials, services, and talent at the right time.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or a related field—or equivalent relevant experience.
5 years of hands-on procurement experience in a technical or regulated environment.
Strong negotiation skills and experience evaluating cost and price data for different contract types (fixed-price, time & materials, etc.).
Must be able to obtain and maintain a “Q” clearance