Procurement Jobs in Kansas
Procurement jobs in Kansas are concentrated in Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka, where aerospace manufacturing, agriculture, and state government create steady demand for supply chain specialists, contract administrators, and strategic sourcing analysts at every level from entry-level buyer to director. Major employers with a lasting Kansas presence include Spirit AeroSystems, Cargill, and the State of Kansas, all of which run sizable procurement and purchasing operations. Wichita's aerospace sector in particular drives consistent openings in defense subcontracting and supplier management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Requisition ID: 182495
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: DHO Kiewit Supply Network
Department: Supply Chain Management
Market: Nuclear
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
The Project Procurement Manager is responsible for leading all functional procurement activities for assigned engineering, procurement, and construction projects. This position develops and executes the project procurement plan, manages the project supply chain budget, oversees procurement schedules and daily workflows, and ensures equipment, materials, subcontracts, and services are procured in accordance with project cost, schedule, quality, and contractual requirements.
The Project Procurement Manager serves as the primary procurement representative to project leadership and works closely with Engineering, Construction, Project Controls, Legal, suppliers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. This individual leads critical negotiations, develops supply chain risk mitigation plans, and provides leadership and development to assigned procurement and supply chain personnel.
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District Overview
Kiewit Supply Network specializes in providing comprehensive procurement services to clients across the construction and engineering industries in multiple markets, including transportation; water/wastewater; power; oil, gas and chemical; building; and mining. Our key objectives are to offer clients a world-class service focused on ensuring equipment, materials and services are consistently estimated and procured at the right price. We strive to offer high quality and ensure materials and services are delivered on schedule and in compliance with the client’s specifications and expectations.
Location
This position could be based out of Lenexa, KS or Knoxville, TN.
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Support procurement with identification of mandatory and recommended prime contract flow-down clauses for incorporation into vendor contract templates, and work with Procurement Managers to develop/review project-specific templates.
- Review project contract templates for adherence to project requirements.
- Assist in the development of company-wide procurement templates.
- Provide as-needed training on negotiation, contracts, and terms and conditions.
- Assist in negotiating high-risk contracts for various projects.
- Provide negotiation support to project teams and operate as initial legal review.
- Serve as a liaison between the procurement team and project attorney(s) to negotiate and resolve commercial issues and move contracts forward to execution.
- Resolve escalated, complex, or disputed contract issues.
- Develop and maintain vendor relationships and manage supplier-specific vendor template negotiations.
- Support procurement staff meetings and provide legal communication to the team as needed.
- Interface with business, legal, risk, tax, suppliers, and internal procurement departments.
- Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or upper management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, supply chain management or equivalent degree or military/education experience combination.
- Must have experience as a Project Procurement Manager – Supply Chain for EPC projects. Experience as a Project Procurement Manager – Supply Chain for Nuclear market with a proven track record of successfully executed projects strongly preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in Engineering, Construction or equivalent work/field.
- Legal training or transactional/commercial management experience of 5+ years preferred.
- 8+ years negotiation experience.
- Detail-oriented, highly motivated, effective time management skills, and excellent customer service and relationship-building skills.
- Advanced knowledge in risk evaluation, claims mitigation, and dispute resolution preferred.
- Strong leadership and coaching skills.
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Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 182495
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: DHO Kiewit Supply Network
Department: Supply Chain Management
Market: Nuclear
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
The Project Procurement Manager is responsible for leading all functional procurement activities for assigned engineering, procurement, and construction projects. This position develops and executes the project procurement plan, manages the project supply chain budget, oversees procurement schedules and daily workflows, and ensures equipment, materials, subcontracts, and services are procured in accordance with project cost, schedule, quality, and contractual requirements.
The Project Procurement Manager serves as the primary procurement representative to project leadership and works closely with Engineering, Construction, Project Controls, Legal, suppliers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. This individual leads critical negotiations, develops supply chain risk mitigation plans, and provides leadership and development to assigned procurement and supply chain personnel.
I-WJ1
District Overview
Kiewit Supply Network specializes in providing comprehensive procurement services to clients across the construction and engineering industries in multiple markets, including transportation; water/wastewater; power; oil, gas and chemical; building; and mining. Our key objectives are to offer clients a world-class service focused on ensuring equipment, materials and services are consistently estimated and procured at the right price. We strive to offer high quality and ensure materials and services are delivered on schedule and in compliance with the client’s specifications and expectations.
Location
This position could be based out of Lenexa, KS or Knoxville, TN.
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Support procurement with identification of mandatory and recommended prime contract flow-down clauses for incorporation into vendor contract templates, and work with Procurement Managers to develop/review project-specific templates.
- Review project contract templates for adherence to project requirements.
- Assist in the development of company-wide procurement templates.
- Provide as-needed training on negotiation, contracts, and terms and conditions.
- Assist in negotiating high-risk contracts for various projects.
- Provide negotiation support to project teams and operate as initial legal review.
- Serve as a liaison between the procurement team and project attorney(s) to negotiate and resolve commercial issues and move contracts forward to execution.
- Resolve escalated, complex, or disputed contract issues.
- Develop and maintain vendor relationships and manage supplier-specific vendor template negotiations.
- Support procurement staff meetings and provide legal communication to the team as needed.
- Interface with business, legal, risk, tax, suppliers, and internal procurement departments.
- Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or upper management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, supply chain management or equivalent degree or military/education experience combination.
- Must have experience as a Project Procurement Manager – Supply Chain for EPC projects. Experience as a Project Procurement Manager – Supply Chain for Nuclear market with a proven track record of successfully executed projects strongly preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in Engineering, Construction or equivalent work/field.
- Legal training or transactional/commercial management experience of 5+ years preferred.
- 8+ years negotiation experience.
- Detail-oriented, highly motivated, effective time management skills, and excellent customer service and relationship-building skills.
- Advanced knowledge in risk evaluation, claims mitigation, and dispute resolution preferred.
- Strong leadership and coaching skills.
#LI-SS2
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Procurement Job Market in Kansas
A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Aerospace & Defense
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Chemicals & Materials
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Kansas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in procurement jobs across Kansas.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent procurement certification preferred
- Knowledge of contract law, vendor negotiation, and purchasing regulations and compliance requirements
- Proficiency in spend analysis, sourcing strategy, and supplier performance evaluation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional and vendor-facing collaboration
Procurement Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a procurement in Kansas?
Most procurement roles in Kansas require a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related discipline. Kansas does not have a state-issued procurement license for private-sector roles, but public-sector positions with state agencies often expect familiarity with the Kansas Procurement and Contracts division's guidelines. Earning a recognized credential such as the CPSM or the Certified Supply Chain Professional designation strengthens your candidacy across both government and private employers statewide.
Which companies hire procurements in Kansas?
Companies currently hiring procurements in Kansas include Boeing, Black & Veatch, and Spirit AeroSystems, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Kansas's aerospace and agribusiness sectors mean procurement talent is particularly in demand at manufacturers, defense primes, and large commodity-handling operations headquartered or operating heavily in the state.
Which Kansas cities have the most procurement jobs?
Wichita, Overland Park, and Lenexa account for the largest share of procurement openings in Kansas. Wichita leads because of its dense aerospace and manufacturing base, Kansas City draws sourcing and logistics roles tied to its distribution infrastructure and Fortune 500 regional offices, and Topeka concentrates public-sector purchasing positions across state agencies and institutions.
Are there remote procurement jobs in Kansas?
Yes, and procurement is more remote-friendly than most fields. About 46% of procurement openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the role centers on digital sourcing platforms, contract review, and vendor communication rather than on-site presence. Strategic sourcing, contract administration, and spend analytics roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility.
How can I get hired as a procurement in Kansas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for purchasing assistant or procurement coordinator roles at large Kansas employers such as state agencies, Wichita-area manufacturers, or major agribusiness firms, which regularly onboard candidates without deep experience. Completing an associate or bachelor's program in supply chain at Wichita State University or Kansas State University signals readiness to employers. Earning a foundational credential like the Certified Supply Chain Professional, and building Excel and ERP skills, sharpens your profile against more experienced applicants.
Where can I find and apply to procurement jobs in Kansas?
You can find and apply to procurement jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Kansas employers. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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