Procurement Specialist

General Matter•Los Angeles, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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