ColdQuanta
ColdQuanta

Indirect Buyer Level 2

$90,000 – $110,000 per year

TLDR

Source indirect goods and services, negotiate supplier terms, administer purchase orders, and maintain FAR-compliant procurement documentation for Government contracts.

Infleqtion is a global quantum technology company solving the world's most challenging problems. The company harnesses quantum mechanics to build and integrate quantum computers, sensors, and networks. From fundamental physics to leading edge commercial products, Infleqtion enables “quantum everywhere” through our ecosystem of devices and platforms. 

The Indirect Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing the goods and services needed to support daily business operations, including facilities, maintenance, IT, equipment, and professional services. This role manages competitive sourcing, supplier selection, negotiations, purchase orders, and delivery follow-up to ensure timely service and cost-effective purchasing. Working closely with internal stakeholders, Finance, and Contracts, the Indirect Buyer follows company purchasing policies and applicable Government contracting requirements, maintains accurate procurement documentation, and supports appropriate cost classification and audit readiness. Success in this role requires sound judgment, strong supplier relationships, attention to detail, and the ability to balance operational needs, cost, quality, and compliance.

Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, finance, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience considered.
    • 3+ years of purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or buying experience, with a focus on indirect goods and services.
    • Experience sourcing and purchasing indirect categories such as MRO, facilities, IT hardware/software, professional services, office supplies, travel-related services, equipment, and outsourced support.
    • Experience supporting Government contracts and maintaining procurement documentation consistent with applicable FAR, company policy, and customer requirements.
    • Working knowledge of FAR cost principles, particularly the need for purchases charged to Government work to be reasonable, allocable, allowable when applicable, and supported by documentation.
    • Ability to conduct competitive sourcing, develop Statements of Work, evaluate quotations, perform price or cost analysis, negotiate terms, and document supplier-selection decisions.
    • Experience creating and administering purchase orders, blanket purchase agreements, service agreements, amendments, and supplier records.
    • Experience managing supplier performance, including pricing, service levels, lead times, invoicing issues, and corrective actions.
    • Proficiency with ERP/procurement (NetSuite is a plus) systems and Excel or similar analysis tools.
    • Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to serve internal customers while enforcing procurement policy.
    • High ethical standards and sound judgment regarding conflicts of interest, fair competition, confidentiality, and supplier interactions.
  • Preferred qualifications
    • Experience in a Government contracting, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or other regulated environment.
    • Experience supporting DCAA, DCMA, internal audit, or customer review activities.
    • Experience with contract-flowdown requirements, supplier responsibility checks, and supplier-risk management.
    • Professional certification such as CPSM, CPPM, or an APICS/ASCM credential.
    • Experience leading strategic sourcing projects, spend analyses, cost-reduction initiatives, or procurement-system improvements.

Benefits

  • Salary Range: per year 90000-110000
  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability  
  • Employer-funded Health Savings Account  
  • Unlimited PTO  
  • 401(k) match  
  • Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance  
  • Flexible Savings Account  
  • Paid FMLA, Maternity/Paternity Leave  
  • Employee Assistance Program  
  • Student Loan Repayment 
  • Equity Program

Notice to Recruitment Agencies:

Infleqtion does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Infleqtion is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Benefits

Education Stipend

Student Loan Repayment

Equity Compensation

Equity Program

Flexible Work Hours

Flexible Savings Account

Health Insurance

Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Paid FMLA, Maternity/Paternity Leave

Paid Time Off

Unlimited PTO

Wellness Stipend

Employee Assistance Program

ColdQuanta is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our teams, here in beautiful Boulder, Colorado; Madison, Wisconsin; and Oxford, UK. We work in a dynamic and collaborative environment and value each person's contribution whether technical or administrative. Our employees have the opportunity to transition world-class advanced research towards ground-breaking products and systems that address the rapidly-expanding quantum technologies market. Our goals include: Developing a highly scalable neutral atom quantum computer Creating compact systems to make quantum sensors and navigators deployable Advancing key components and subsystems to enable widespread adoption of cold atom and ion trap systems for computing, signal processing, and communication systems. ColdQuanta’s global customers include major commercial and defense companies, all branches of the U.S. Department of Defense, national labs operated by the Department of Energy, NASA, and NIST, and major universities. ColdQuanta is based in Boulder, CO with offices in Madison, Wisconsin, and Oxford, UK.

Founded
Founded 2007
Employees
51-200 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Total raised
$52M raised
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