Procurement Specialist

Procurement SpecialistFermi America is building Project Matador, a 17GW private power and AI infrastructure campus in the Texas Panhandle. By integrating natural gas, nuclear, utility power, solar, and battery storage, Fermi is creating the power platform needed to support hyperscale AI and advanced computing on a timeline the traditional grid cannot meet.The Procurement Specialist manages the end-to-end sourcing and purchasing process for indirect goods and services — including office supplies, facilities, IT hardware/software, professional services, and other non-production spend categories. This role owns supplier relationships within their assigned categories, ensures purchases comply with company policy, and drives cost savings while maintaining quality and delivery standards. The ideal candidate balances tactical purchasing execution with category-level thinking, and can independently manage a full sourcing cycle from requisition to contract close-out.Key Responsibilities:Manage the requisition-to-purchase-order (PO) process for assigned categories, ensuring accuracy, proper approvals, and timely issuanceSource, evaluate, and select suppliers through RFQs/RFPs; negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedulesMaintain and strengthen relationships with existing vendors; monitor supplier performance against SLAs and KPIsIdentify and execute cost-savings and cost-avoidance opportunities within assigned spend categoriesTrack open POs and expedite orders to prevent delays or stockoutsEnsure all purchasing activity complies with internal procurement policy, delegation of authority, and budget constraintsPartner with internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal, department requestors) to define requirements and resolve issuesMaintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and vendor files in the procurement/ERP systemSupport supplier onboarding, including vendor setup, W-9/insurance collection, and compliance documentationAssist with contract administration — renewals, amendments, and expiration trackingAnalyze spend data and prepare regular reporting on category performance, savings, and supplier metricsResolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues in coordination with Accounts PayableRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)3–5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain rolesWorking knowledge of sourcing and negotiation fundamentalsExperience with ERP/procurement systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Coupa, or similar)Strong Excel skills; comfort working with spend data and basic reportingExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple category workstreams simultaneouslyHigh attention to detail and a compliance-first mindsetPreferred Qualifications:CPSM, CPSD, or CSCP certification (or actively pursuing)Experience with indirect spend categories (facilities, IT, professional services, MRO)Familiarity with contract terms and basic contract redliningExperience supporting supplier diversity or ESG sourcing initiativesKey Competencies:Negotiation — secures favorable terms while preserving supplier relationshipsAnalytical Thinking — uses spend and performance data to inform decisionsStakeholder Management — balances internal customer needs with company policyProcess Discipline — follows and reinforces procurement controls consistentlyAdaptability — manages shifting priorities across multiple categories