Supplier Relationship Manager

ABOUT US QuantWare is building the world’s most powerful quantum processors to solve humanity's greatest challenges. We do this with our unique VIO™ technology, the only QPU architecture that breaks the hardware barriers that have held quantum computing back, unlocking the path to MegaQubit quantum processors. With VIO, we are paving the way for the hyper-scale quantum computers that will change the world. And delivering on that vision demands people who don’t shy away from tackling the hardest challenges of our time. That’s where you come in! As a Supplier Relationship Manager, you’ll play a crucial role as the primary contact for our supplier relationships. You will define the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) process with our key suppliers using a tiered approach and establish a mutually beneficial set of KPIs. You will work with suppliers to understand their sustainability profile and support the creation of our inaugural Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report with our Director of Government Affairs. You will work closely with our larger Operations team including Facilities, Production, R&D, Product Development, Logistics and Sales. You will manage both direct and indirect suppliers supporting the entire organization. You will learn the nuances of this unique and newly formed Quantum supplier ecosystem and help to right size relationships for the future. You will create robust category strategies for both direct and indirect spend, executing tenders when approriate. Your work will be essential as we scale to increasingly complex systems and deliver on the promise of quantum computing. What you'll be doing (including but not limited to) - Establish Category strategies for both direct and indirect spend. - Establish win-win relationships with our current supply base, making sure they know who we are and what we do - Be the primary point of contact for supplier issues and resolutions. - Establish a well defined SRM program with KPIs that track cost optimization and accountability (OTIF) - Own Supplier Assurance activities - working with key stakeholders to understand their needs and establish the 80/20 rule where possible - Ensure contract excellence, working with the Legal and Finance team to ensure financial (payment terms) and legal requirements (contract language) are met for all contracts - Research and understand Supplier’s profiles for; make vs. buy decisions, development of category strategies and enterprise risk management profiles. - Develop E2E supply chain profiles for Tier 1 Suppliers. - Establish SOPs for the supplier relationship management function (quarterly meetings, supplier visits, etc. Your Profile - 5-7+ years of experience in formal supplier relationship management for indirect services and direct materials preferably in an advanced manufacturing setting. - Self-starter; motivated by working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment as an individual contributor and part of a team - Excellent verbal/written communication and negotiating skills (English), detailed oriented and timeline driven - Bachelor's degree required, preferably in business, supply chain management - Strong expertise establishing and measuring metrics for KPIs used in SRM - Comfortable with next level supplier management to include supporting Supplier Awards Days, Innovation Days, Sustainability days, etc. - Expert in contract negotiation and management and familiarity with GDPR, CRA, GPSR, PLD, NIS2 guidelines and INCO Terms - Demonstrated ability to collaborate effortlessly across functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders Don't tick every box? Apply anyway! Research https://hbr.org/2014/08/why-women-dont-apply-for-jobs-unless-theyre-100-qualified shows women often self-select out if they don't meet every requirement. Here's our take: nobody ticks every box. This is a description of our ideal candidate, not a filter. If most resonates and you're keen to learn the gaps, apply. We hire for trajectory, not perfection. What We Offer: At QuantWare, you’ll be part of a high-performing team of world-class experts in an ambitious, fast-moving environment. From day one, you’ll have the trust, tools, and support to do your best work. Here’s what you can expect: Competitive salary - A salary that reflects the impact and importance of the role (and of course 8% holiday allowance) Pension that’s built to last - A generous and future-proof pension plan that includes partner and dependent coverage. Flexibility built on trust - We focus on outcomes. Work flexibly, in a hybrid setup, with an open vacation policy that lets you manage your time Personal growth - We invest in your L&D, with a budget available to each team member, dependent on their individual ambitions, development needs, and performance A connected team - We make space to celebrate wins together, with team events, offsites, and spontaneous moments that bring us closer Diversity & Inclusion at QuantWare We’re an ambitious company, not only for our goals but also to become an even more diverse and inclusive team. We know great candidates don't always follow a straight path, and we value diverse experience, perspectives, and ways of thinking. We know this helps us make better decisions, drives more innovation, and strengthens our culture. As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening.