Manager, Supply Chain

D-Wave is seeking an experienced Manager, Supply Chain to join our Hardware Engineering and Production Team. In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end supply chain operations including, procurement, planning, sourcing, shipping and receiving, and inventory management, while driving continuous improvement across systems and processes.

Requirements

• Develop and maintain Supply Chain standard operating procedures to improve efficiency and compliance
• Lead, mentor and support Supply Chain staff (Buyers, Shipping and Receiving, and Material Planners)
• Develop and oversee strategic supply chain initiatives, including supplier risk management, long-term sourcing strategies, capacity planning, and supplier qualification and audit processes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and delivery performance
• Monitor supplier performance using defined KPIs and drive corrective action when needed
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with supplies, fabricators, and logistics partners
• Partner with Legal to review contract terms and manage NDAs
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure adherence to purchasing and accounting policies
• Support domestic and international logistics, including documentation and onboarding of international brokers
• Develop and implement inventory optimization and reduction strategies
• Lead ERP/MRP enhancements and support implementation of new features and processes
• Manage annual physical inventory count and investigate discrepancies
• Conduct project cost analysis upon request and lead mitigation projects for long lead and high-risk components
• Work with Engineering and Project Leaders to develop demand forecasts and material requirements

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Company ownership
• Range of meaningful benefits