Senior Supply Chain Manager/Supplier Engineer - PCBA

<p><span data-contrast="auto">PsiQuantum’s&nbsp;mission is to build the first useful quantum computers—machines capable of delivering the breakthroughs the field has long promised. Since our founding in 2016, our singular focus has been to build and deploy million-qubit, fault-tolerant quantum systems.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Quantum computers harness the laws of quantum mechanics to solve problems that even the most advanced supercomputers or AI systems will never reach. Their impact will span energy, pharmaceuticals, finance, agriculture, transportation, materials, and other foundational industries.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Our architecture and approach&nbsp;is&nbsp;based on silicon photonics. By&nbsp;leveraging&nbsp;the advanced semiconductor manufacturing industry—including partners like GlobalFoundries—we use the same high-volume processes that already produce billions of chips for telecom and consumer electronics. Photonics offers natural advantages for scale: photons&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;feel heat, are immune to electromagnetic interference, and integrate with existing cryogenic cooling and standard fiber-optic infrastructure.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">In 2024,&nbsp;PsiQuantum&nbsp;announced government-funded projects to support the build-out of our first utility-scale quantum computers in Brisbane, Australia, and Chicago, Illinois. These initiatives reflect a growing recognition that quantum computing will be strategically and economically defining—and that now is the time to scale.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">PsiQuantum&nbsp;also develops the algorithms and software needed to make these systems commercially valuable. Our application, software, and industry teams work directly with leading Fortune 500 companies—including Lockheed Martin, Mercedes-Benz, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Mitsubishi Chemical—to prepare quantum solutions for real-world impact.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Quantum computing is not an extension of classical computing. It&nbsp;represents&nbsp;a fundamental shift—and a path to mastering challenges that cannot be&nbsp;solved&nbsp;any other way. The potential is enormous, and we have a clear&nbsp;path&nbsp;to make it real.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Come join us.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong>Job Summary:</strong></p> <p>The Engineering and New Product Introduction (NPI) Buyer is responsible for expeditious selecting suppliers and executing Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders for materials, components, sub-assemblies, assemblies, machinery, equipment, tools, supplies, and / or services necessary for the operation and deployment of PsiQuanum’s Linear Optical Quantum Computer. This role will be responsible for driving short lead-times, on-time delivery, cost reduction, while building strong supplier relationships. As then Engineering and NPI Buyer, you will be negotiating with suppliers, develop strategic plans for sourcing material, reporting on delivery, analyzing supplier performance, expediting material, and sourcing parts from appropriate suppliers.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Execute the purchase of Engineering and NPI goods, materials, components, sub-assemblies, assemblies, equipment, and / or services in line with specified cost, quantity, quality, and delivery targets.</li> <li>Monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery and resolve problems related to undelivered goods.</li> <li>Review purchase requests for goods and services for compliance to PsiQuantum procedures and policies, and then prepare and issue Purchase Orders.</li> <li>Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, delivery, and production capabilities.</li> <li>Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on purchasing processes and new projects and activities.</li> <li>Prepare reports and updates as and when required.</li> <li>Work closely with others in the Supply Chain team and ensure the continuous improvements of quality, service, and cost.</li> <li>Negotiate pricing, vendor agreements and contracts, terms, and review opportunities to cost savings and quality improvements utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods.</li> <li>Solicit RFQ, RFP, and quotes for review / analysis process.</li> <li>Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications.</li> <li>Ability to compile data and perform analysis relating to supplier performance and capabilities to enable evaluation and qualification in the supply chain process.</li> <li>Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery, or invoice issues.</li> <li>Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Experience/Qualifications:</strong></p> <div class="_2rkofajl _1yt4pxbi _1h6d1l7x _189ee4h9 _1dqonqa1"> <div class="_1miz4cqu"> <div class="_1merfajl _tozcryy8 _wcrer5cv _z5g0rsbi _fqcc1j9a _134qidpf _1j3oidpf _i8deidpf _khn8idpf _ikv0r5cv _xs831j9a _fpgd1v1w _43j11j9a _1g6v1v1w _1mip1j9a _10i8l4ek _1n9xl4ek _1vxg1j9a _11yx1j9a"> <div class="_1e0c1txw _vchhusvi _gy1ppxbi _1p57pxbi _2lx21bp4 _1bah1fhb"> <div class="css-79elbk"> <div class="css-1rc7fue"> <div class="css-19cq5q2" data-testid="proforma-form-index-form-card-container-1"> <div class="css-1ntuvde"> <div class="css-rfzzk1"> <div class="css-ropgnd"> <div class="ak-renderer-wrapper is-undefined css-1jke4yk"> <div class="css-17oomr"> <div class="ak-renderer-document"> <div class="ak-renderer-extension " data-layout="default" data-local-id="0c7ca66d-578e-4355-afb8-1f041ead0a99"> <div class="ak-renderer-extension-overflow-container"> <div class="css-3nq0oi"> <div class="ak-renderer-wrapper is-undefined css-1jke4yk"> <div class="css-17oomr"> <div class="ak-renderer-document"> <ul> <li data-renderer-start-pos="1">Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, General Business, or similar field.</li> <li data-renderer-start-pos="1">5+ years’ experience working in procurement, supply chain or related role in an R&amp;D or high-tech environment.</li> <li data-renderer-start-pos="1">Strong negotiation and expediting experience.</li> <li data-renderer-start-pos="1">Project management and schedule management skills desired.</li> <li data-renderer-start-pos="1">Strong problem-solving skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail.</li> <li data-renderer-start-pos="1">Experience in a fast-paced and demanding start-up environment preferred.</li> <li data-renderer-start-pos="1">Experience with ERP system, NetSuite preferred.</li> <li data-renderer-start-pos="1">Familiar with procurement tools and processes.</li> </ul> <p data-renderer-start-pos="560">PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status.&nbsp;</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="css-81kdnu">&nbsp;</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="pf-dialog-container"></div> </div> </div> </div> <p>PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws.</p> <p><strong data-stringify-type="bold">Note: PsiQuantum will only reach out to you using an official PsiQuantum email address and will never ask you for bank account information as part of the interview process. Please report any suspicious activity to </strong><strong data-stringify-type="bold"><a class="c-link" href="mailto:recruiting@psiquantum.com" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="mailto:recruiting@psiquantum.com" data-sk="tooltip_parent">recruiting@psiquantum.com</a></strong><strong data-stringify-type="bold">.</strong></p> <p>We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>The ranges below reflect the target ranges for a new hire base salary. One is for the Bay Area (within 50 miles of HQ, Palo Alto), the second one (if applicable) is for elsewhere in the US (beyond 50 miles of HQ, Palo Alto). If there is only one range, it is for the specific location of where the position will be located.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>Actual compensation may vary outside of these ranges and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to a candidate's qualifications including relevant education and training, competencies, experience, geographic location, and business needs. Base pay is only one part of the total compensation package. Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits. Base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future.</p></div><div class="title">U.S. Base Pay Range </div><div class="pay-range"><span>$115,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$131,000 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Bay Area Pay Range </div><div class="pay-range"><span>$155,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$170,000 USD</span></div></div></div>