Supply Chain Lead
Supply Chain Lead
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08-10-2025
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08-10-2025
Job Description
Rigetti Computing is building the worlds most powerful computers to solve humanitys most pressing problems. We believe this technology will fundamentally change the world for the better and will affect nearly every industry over the coming decades.
As Supply Chain Lead you will have responsibilities from end-to-end in supply chain strategy operations and execution for advanced quantum hardware and subsystem components. You will manage high-complexity sourcing logistics partner relationships risk mitigation and continuous optimization to support scalable quantum system builds. And youll partner closely with engineering product operations and quality teams to deliver mission-critical supply of high-precision components under tight tolerances lead times and regulatory constraints. This role requires someone who can navigate a nascent high-technology supply base (e.g. for lasers optics cryogenic systems control electronics qubit materials) and build robust supply chains under uncertainty.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning:
- Develop and execute the supply chain strategy for quantum hardware and associated subsystems (e.g. cryogenics control electronics photonics)
- Translate product roadmaps and demand forecasts into supply chain plans capacity needs and sourcing strategies
- Drive cost reduction total cost of ownership (TCO) optimization and margin improvement across supply chain
- Ensure compliance with export control ITAR trade and security requirements
- Sourcing & Supplier Management
- Identify qualify and manage strategic suppliers for highly specialized and precision components
- Assist with negotiating contracts pricing lead times and terms balancing cost quality and supply risk
- Conduct supplier audits capability development and continuous improvement programs
- Help us build a program of supplier scorecards and SLAs; escalate and remediate supplier performance issues
- Supply Chain Operations & Logistics
- Oversee procurement inventory management and material flow (incoming internal intersite transfers)
- Develop a systematic approach to handle high volume purchase requisitions: volume is 50-100 POs per week placed
- Manage inbound logistics customs import/export compliance and coordination with freight forwarders
- Lead demand-driven supply execution order placement expediting and order change management
- Collaborate with operations/assembly teams to align material availability with production schedules
- Pick/Pack and Ship domestic and international shipments using designated brokers (Fed Ex UPS )
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership
- Partner with engineering product operations quality and finance to ensure alignment
- Lead cross-functional supply chain reviews design for supplyability and change control
- Mentor and manage junior supply chain staff or buyers
- Communicate status risks and mitigation plans to senior leadership
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Engineering Physics Materials Science or related field; advanced degree a plus
- 812 years of progressively responsible supply chain / procurement experience in high-tech manufacturing aerospace or similar fields
- Demonstrated success managing supply chains for precision high-reliability or specialized subsystems (e.g. optics electronics vacuum cooling)
- Team player that works well with all departments (Manufacturing Engineering Quality Manufacturing Eng Doc Control etc.)
- Supplier negotiation contract management and supplier development skills
- Experience with global sourcing import/export compliance logistics and customs
- Excellent analytical modeling and planning skills
- Strong leadership cross-functional communication and stakeholder management
- Experience with supply chain / ERP / planning software tools; preferably NetSuite
Nice-to-Have
- Experience in quantum semiconductor cryogenics or related advanced technology supply chains
- Working knowledge and experience in one or more of the following commodities: RF cables Machining Sheet Metal Floor Stock and Mechanical /Electrical Assys
- Knowledge of export controls ITAR EAR security and trade compliance
- Experience in risk modeling scenario planning or resilience engineering
- Familiarity with emerging technologies (e.g. quantum-classical hybrid quantum-inspired algorithms for supply optimization)
- Experience working with small startups or scaling supply chains under high uncertainty
- Formal training or certification in Lean Six Sigma supply chain excellence
$150000 - $180000 a year
Rigetti complies with all local and state regulations in regards to displaying salary ranges. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates relevant work experience skills and geographic location. Rigetti offers a full slate of benefits from competitive salaries equity medical dental and vision for employees as well as a 401(k) plan a paid parental leave program rejuvenation days and avacation policy that aligns with local regulations and industry standards.
As engineering leaders we value diversity and are committed to building a culture of inclusion to attract and engage innovative thinkers. Our technology meant to serve all of humanity cannot succeed if those who built it do not mirror the diversity of the communities we serve. Applications from women minorities and other under-represented groups are encouraged.
About Rigetti
Rigetti Computing is a pioneer in full-stack quantum computing. The company has operated quantum computers over the cloud since 2017 and serves global enterprise government and research clients through its Rigetti Quantum Cloud Services platform. The companys proprietary quantum-classical infrastructure provides ultra-low latency integration with public and private clouds for high-performance practical quantum computing. Rigetti has developed the industrys first multi-chip quantum processor for scalable quantum computing systems. The company designs and manufactures its chips in-house at Fab-1 the industrys first dedicated and integrated quantum device manufacturing facility. Rigetti was founded in 2013 and today employs more than 150 people with offices in the United States U.K. and Australia. Learn more at .
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Rigetti is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status.
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