Supply Chain & Procurement Lead

At Universal Quantum, we are building the next generation of quantum computers — machines capable of solving problems once thought impossible. Our technology has the potential to transform industries from healthcare to aerospace, materials science, and beyond. As we scale from breakthrough R&D to global delivery, resilient execution becomes as critical as technical innovation. 

What You’ll Accomplish 

• Design and actively run a global supply chain supporting the delivery of highly complex quantum hardware. 

• Personally own critical supplier relationships and negotiations, particularly for long-lead, high-risk, or strategically important components. 

• Build and operate procurement processes day to day, including approvals, vendor onboarding, and exception handling, while laying the groundwork for future scale. This could extend all the way to inventory management at the beginning. 

• Identify and manage supply chain risk hands-on, stepping in directly to resolve issues that could impact engineering progress or delivery milestones. 

• Select, implement, and operate fit-for-purpose tools and systems, prioritising clarity and speed over over-engineering. 

• Oversee international logistics in practice, including coordination of shipments, documentation, and compliance with customs, duties, and tariffs. 

• Work embedded with engineering, finance, and legal, translating technical, commercial, and regulatory constraints into executable supply decisions.