Senior Engineering & NPI Buyer

Company Overview

Psi Quantum’s 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.

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.

Our architecture and approach is based on silicon photonics. By leveraging the advanced semiconductor manufacturing industry—including partners like Global Foundries—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 don’t feel heat, are immune to electromagnetic interference, and integrate with existing cryogenic cooling and standard fiber‑optic infrastructure.

The Engineering and New Product Introduction (NPI) Buyer is responsible for expeditiously selecting suppliers and executing Purchase Requisition s and Purchase Orders for materials, components, sub‑assemblies, assemblies, machinery, equipment, tools, supplies, and/or services necessary for the operation and deployment of Psi Quantum’s Linear Optical Quantum Computer. This role will drive short lead‑times, on‑time delivery, cost reduction, while building strong supplier relationships.

As the Engineering and NPI Buyer, you will negotiate with suppliers, develop strategic sourcing plans, report on delivery performance, analyze supplier performance, expedite material, and source parts from appropriate suppliers.

• 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.
• Monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery and resolve problems related to undelivered goods.
• Review purchase requests for goods and services for compliance with Psi Quantum procedures and policies, and then prepare and issue Purchase Orders.
• Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, delivery, and production capabilities.
• Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on purchasing processes and new projects and activities.
• Prepare reports and updates as and when required.
• Work closely with others in the Supply Chain team and ensure the continuous improvements of quality, service, and cost.
• Negotiate pricing, vendor agreements, contracts, terms, and review opportunities for cost savings and quality improvements utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods.
• Solicit RFQ, RFP, and quotes for review/analysis process.
• Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications.
• Compile data and perform analysis relating to supplier performance and capabilities to enable evaluation and qualification in the supply chain process.
• Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery, or invoice issues.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, General Business, or similar field.
• 5+ years’ experience working in procurement, supply chain or related role in an R&D or high‑tech environment.
• Strong negotiation and expediting experience.
• Project management and schedule management skills desired.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Experience in a fast‑paced and demanding start‑up environment preferred.
• Experience with ERP system, Net Suite preferred.
• Familiar with procurement tools and processes.

Psi Quantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Psi Quantum 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.

Base Pay Range: $115,000 - $131,000 USD

$155,000 - $170,000 USD