PsiQuantum · 1 month ago
Senior Engineering & NPI Buyer
Milpitas, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$155K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expPsiQuantum is focused on building the first useful quantum computers, aiming to deliver breakthroughs in various foundational industries. The Engineering and New Product Introduction (NPI) Buyer will be responsible for selecting suppliers and executing purchase orders for materials and components necessary for the operation of PsiQuantum's quantum systems, while driving cost reduction and building strong supplier relationships.
ComputerHardwareQuantum ComputingSemiconductorSoftware
Responsibilities
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 to PsiQuantum 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 and contracts, terms, and review opportunities to 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
Ability to 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
Qualification
Required
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
Strong problem-solving skills
Organizational skills
Attention to detail
Familiar with procurement tools and processes
Preferred
Experience in a fast-paced and demanding start-up environment
Experience with ERP system, NetSuite
Project management and schedule management skills desired
Benefits
Equity
Benefits
Company
PsiQuantum
PsiQuantum focuses on developing a scalable quantum computer using photonic qubits.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (12)
2024 (10)
2023 (4)
2022 (7)
2021 (15)
2020 (5)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.3BKey Investors
OGBC GroupBlackRockAtomico
2026-01-21Series Unknown
2025-09-10Series E· $1B
2025-05-30Series Unknown· $22M
Leadership Team
Peter Shadbolt
Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer
Recent News
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2026-01-18
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