Senior Procurement Manager

Quandela stands as a global leader in quantum computing, driven by groundbreaking technology and a strategic vision for scaling quantum solutions. The company’s unique ability to offer both hardware and software solutions, along with its commitment to build energy efficient datacenters and scalability, positions it to play a key role in the next wave of innovation, and in many strategic and sovereign industrial sectors.  Join Us at the Forefront of Quantum Computing Innovation 🚀 

As Quandela scales its production and development capabilities, we are building a dedicated Procurement function. As the first Senior Procurement Manager, you will create the procurement department from the ground up—establishing processes, building a supplier panel, and acting as the strategic bridge between Quandela’s engineers and its supply chain. This is a high-impact role with clear evolution towards leading the full procurement department. 

Your Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and manage all direct procurement activities (hardware electronics, microelectronics, and related equipment),   • Establish and negotiate contracts with key suppliers (T&Cs, pricing, payment terms, deadlines, quality requirements), reviewed by the Legal department 

• Build and maintain a qualified supplier panel to secure the supply chain 

• Define procurement specifications with operational teams prior to supplier selection, and act as owner across TQRCDE criteria (Technology, Quality, Responsibility, Compliance, Delay, Environment) 

• Manage supplier relationships and conduct regular performance reviews and benchmarks 

• Define and implement procurement processes (direct & indirect) and internal communication frameworks 

• Build forecasts and a strategic procurement plan aligned with production and development roadmaps 

• Manage supplier risk, including export control compliance (mainly Europe) 

• Ensure best practices across all procurement activities, in close collaboration with Production, Development, Finance, and Legal teams