Procurement Manager

Job Description

Diraq is building scalable quantum computing technology using silicon quantum dot qubits. Born from more than two decades of research at UNSW Sydney, we combine world-class science with engineering excellence to advance quantum computers designed to solve problems beyond the reach of classical systems. With teams across Australia and the United States, Diraq is building the capabilities, systems and partnerships needed to support a growing global organisation.

Diraq is building scalable quantum computing technology using silicon quantum dot qubits. Born from more than two decades of research at UNSW Sydney, we combine world-class science with engineering excellence to advance quantum computers designed to solve problems beyond the reach of classical systems. With teams across Australia and the United States, Diraq is building the capabilities, systems and partnerships needed to support a growing global organisation.

This is a builder role for a procurement leader who can create clarity where none exists yet. As Diraq’s first Procurement Manager, you will establish a practical, scalable procurement function for the United States while connecting effectively with colleagues and suppliers across our global organization. You will set up the strategy, design the operating rhythm, and stay close enough to execution to ensure critical equipment, materials and services arrive when teams need them.

You will partner across engineering, research, operations, finance, facilities, IT, legal and project teams. Your work will protect speed without sacrificing discipline, strengthen our supplier ecosystem and turn procurement into a business enabler for ambitious technical programs.

• 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain or commercial management.
• Experience building or materially improving procurement frameworks, policies and governance.
• Strong supplier evaluation, commercial negotiation and contract-management capability.
• Experience influencing technical and non-technical stakeholders across functions and locations.
• Sound analytical judgement and the ability to turn spend, risk and supplier data into action.
• A hands‑on, organised approach in a fast‑moving environment, supported by clear communication and relationship skills.

• Experience in deep technology, semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, hardware, research or another technically complex environment.
• Experience sourcing laboratory, cryogenic, RF, electronics, fabrication, test or specialised engineering equipment.
• Knowledge of global logistics, freight, customs and import/export coordination.
• Experience implementing procurement technology, purchasing workflows or supplier‑management tools.
• Exposure to government‑funded programs, grants, regulated environments or audit requirements.
• Relevant certification such as CPSM, CPSD, C.P.M. or an equivalent credential.

• Design and implement a fit‑for‑purpose US procurement operating model, governance, policies, approval pathways and controls.
• Create practical playbooks, templates and guidance that make good procurement easy for internal teams.
• Establish procurement reporting, spend visibility and supplier management frameworks that scale with Diraq.

• Develop category and sourcing strategies across technical equipment, laboratory needs, facilities, IT, professional services and capital projects.
• Lead market assessments, supplier discovery, RFPs, RFQs, tenders and supplier selection.
• Evaluate suppliers for technical fit, total cost, delivery, quality, risk, compliance and partnership potential.