Strategic Sourcing Lead - 365

Quantinuum; London; On-site; USD 98,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the quantum computing sector is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Lead to drive sourcing strategies and manage supplier relationships. This role requires significant negotiation experience and a Bachelor's Degree, offering a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) match.

Benefits

401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit

Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance

Equity and retirement savings plan

12 Paid holidays and generous vacation

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Sourcing and negotiating contracts.
• 1+ year experience in managing RFIs and RFPs.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships and performance.
• Develop and negotiate supplier agreements.
• Drive sourcing strategies in alignment with business objectives.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Project Management

Contract management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

SAP

E Sourcing Platforms

Request for Quotation Tools

Project Management Tools

Six Sigma

Lean Tools

Job description

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We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Lead in our Broomfield, CO Location.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage supplier relationships, selection, and performance and SOW, RFP and RFI creation and processes
• Manage supplier agreements, including developing and negotiating contract language
• Establish and drive Sourcing of direct materials in a manufacturing environment in alignment with business leadership per Annual Operating Plan and Integrated Strategic Plan
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives including early sourcing engagement, alignment on key sourcing objectives and effective execution of sourcing projects
• Influence and manage category and strategies including spend analysis, benchmarking, cost, market analysis and global technology and economic trends
• Develop, maintain, and report out on supply chain risk mitigation strategy
• Report out on supplier performance
• Assist in developing Sourcing policies and procedures, and process improvements ensuring compliance to requirements and organizational change management
• Improve working capital through negotiating best possible total cost of ownership including payment terms extensions, payment cycle optimization, supplier financed improvements and lead time reductions
• Address and resolve supplier-related conflicts and issues

YOU MUST HAVE:

• Bachelor’s Degree Minimum
• Minimum of 3 years’ Experience in Sourcing
• Minimum of 3 years’ Experience negotiating contracts
• Minimum 1+ Experience in creating and managing RFIs and RFPs
• Due to SAP security and export restrictions, this position requires U.S. Citizenship

WE VALUE:

• Ability to read, write and negotiate supplier agreements
• Ability to think strategically and plan for both short-term and long-term results
• Willingness to challenge the status quo
• Proactive engagement with stakeholders and suppliers
• Ability to work independently and make decisions within an environment of change and uncertainty
• Experience working in and/or leading a team
• Project Management and/or Contract Management Experience
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting contracts and understanding how contractual provisions impact risk
• Professional Certifications in Project/Supply Chain/ Procurement/Contract Management
• Demonstrated business and financial acumen
• Experience with SAP or site relevant ERP systems, E Sourcing Platforms, Request for Quotation Tools, Project Management Tools
• Experience with Six Sigma and Lean Tools

Estimated Salary Wage: $98,000 - $123,000 Annually

Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum’s technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents.

We unite best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware to accelerate quantum computing. With integrated full-stack technology, our world-class team is rapidly scaling quantum computing.

Quantinuum recently secured $300M in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news

What’s in it for you?

A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work

401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit

Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance

Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time

Paid parental leave

Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.