Portfolio Company - Procurement Lead

Our portfolio company is hiring a Procurement Lead! Check out the job description below:

Your mission

Our deep-tech start-up, comprising over 50 dedicated professionals, seeks a dynamic Procurement Expert, located within our finance department, to lead our procurement endeavors onsite. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing procurement activities, customs handling, and the formulation and implementation of a new procurement policy. This position is crucial for ensuring the efficient operation and growth of our company, with a special focus on procurement for our quantum computing hardware projects but also to support our endeavor for renovating our own office, workshop and lab space.

Your profile

Necessary skills or requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field, such as Business Administration, or equivalent commercial training.
2. At least 5 years of experience in procurement, with a track record proving successful management of procurement processes, effective supplier relationships management, strategic sourcing, and procurement planning in the deep-tech sector.
3. Deep understanding of customs regulations and firsthand experience managing customs for international transactions.
4. Proficiency with procurement software and ERP systems.
5. Supply chain management.

High expertise in the following topics:

1. Strategic sourcing and advanced procurement planning.
2. Exceptional negotiation skills and a track record of securing favorable terms with suppliers.
3. Expertise in market analysis to inform timely, cost-effective purchasing decisions.
4. Comprehensive knowledge of international trade, logistics, and supply chain management, particularly as it relates to construction and renovation projects.

Ideal supplementary skills or experience:

1. Industry experience.
2. Certifications such as CPSM or CSCP.
3. Experience with cutting-edge procurement technologies and platforms.
4. Budget management and cost optimization skills.
5. Experience in the construction and renovation sector.
6. Very high proficiency in German and English.

Soft skills:

1. Proactive worker – help us shape the company.
2. Failure positive attitude – own your mistakes.
3. Good team spirit and dedication to work.
4. Leadership and team management skills.

Why us?

planqc, founded in 2022 by scientists from the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics (MPQ) and Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), is a pioneering quantum computing startup based in Garching near Munich. We specialize in developing highly scalable neutral-atom quantum computers, utilizing individual atoms as qubits.
Here’s why you’ll love being part of our journey:

• Cutting-Edge Innovation : At planqc, you’ll work with state-of-the-art technology, using individual atoms as qubits to build highly scalable quantum computers. Our unique approach combines precision from the world’s best atomic clocks, quantum gas microscopes, and high-speed Rydberg gates. Together, we’re creating the fastest path to industry-relevant quantum advantage.
• Impactful Projects : Join us as we develop groundbreaking quantum systems and software, including a 1,000-qubit computer for the Leibniz Supercomputing Centre (LRZ), a bespoke quantum computer for the German Aerospace Center (DLR), and quantum algorithms for several DLR projects.
• Empowered by Excellence : With notable advisors and board members like Hermann Hauser (founder of ARM) and Professor Ann-Kristin Achleitner, we’re guided by exceptional leadership. Our Series A funding of €50 million allows us to push boundaries and explore new horizons.
• Dynamic Work Culture : We value innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team of around 50 brilliant minds works from locations in Garching, Ulm, and Innsbruck, fostering an environment where creativity meets ambition.
• Recognition and Growth : planqc’s achievements are celebrated globally. From winning the German Startup Award in 2023 to being named a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum in 2024, you’ll be part of a company that’s making history.
• Work-Life Synergy : Whether it’s through team events, after-work socials, or opportunities to attend quantum conferences worldwide, you’ll find a supportive community that values both your professional and personal growth.

About us

At planqc, we harness the laws of quantum mechanics to build revolutionary computing systems. Our quantum computers store information in individual atoms — nature’s perfect qubits — and process it through scalable arrays manipulated by precisely controlled laser pulses. This groundbreaking technology is paving the way of redefining the future of computation but also enabling transformative applications across industries.
Our roots lie in decades of international research on neutral-atom quantum technologies. Building on the technology used in the world’s best atomic clocks combined with advanced quantum gas microscopes, and high-speed Rydberg gates, we’ve built a foundation for innovation that’s unmatched.
At the heart of planqc is a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re a quantum physicist, software engineer, or operations expert, you’ll find a place here to grow, contribute, and thrive.

Together, we’re not just imagining the future — we’re building it.

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