HukariAscendent is a Women-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and other Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.

We are currently recruiting for a Construction Buyer to perform the following:

Our client needs to engage a senior level procurement professional (senior buyer or above) who has experience with negotiating/managing capital construction projects. The role would be hybrid/remote, and ideally, the candidate could be on site for one week out of each month. Need the person to start work ASAP and the engagement could last through 2Q2026.

Here's the essential job duties:
- Closely liaise with the Group Category Management Teams to ensure that best practices are shared across the company and that plans are fully aligned with Group plans
- Lead the development of medium to long term Category Plans to provide clarity on the vision, strategy, and implementation processes ensuring value delivery (lower costs, mitigated risk, supply assurance) through detailed understanding of business requirements, supply market dynamics, and TCO impacts.
- Implement effective and sustainable supplier management programs
- Lead the development, review, negotiation, execution, management, and documentation of significant and complex contracts and contract amendments in accordance with client's policies and procedures to drive value
- Develop and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders, business partners, and senior leaders to gain support and cooperation in the delivery of sourcing projects and the category plan to drive savings and performance improvement
- Implement category and contract Key Performance Indicators to effectively manage the reporting processes and ensure optimal performance of contractors and suppliers
- Develop and mentor other individual contributors in the technical Procurement process and standards

HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at https://www.hukari.com.

HukariAscendent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status including disabled veterans and Vietnam era veterans, or other protected status.

HukariAscendent maintains a drug-free workplace.