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Salary: USD 25 - 33 / hourly
HyperLight is commercializing thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) integrated photonics technology for AI/datacom infrastructure, hyperscale computing, quantum computing, and sensing applications. Founded in 2018 and venture-backed, the company has built a platform around the TFLN Chiplet™ — a modular, integrated architecture designed for scalability and manufacturability.
The Procurement Specialist will coordinate and execute day-to-day procurement, shipping, receiving, and inventory control activities to support HyperLight's manufacturing and commercialization efforts. This role is central to ensuring materials, components, and supplies flow accurately and efficiently through the organization.
Key responsibilities include: creating, processing, and managing purchase orders through their full lifecycle (issuance, confirmation, expediting, receipt, closure); sourcing suppliers and obtaining competitive quotes; communicating with vendors on pricing, availability, lead times, and delivery schedules; monitoring open POs and proactively following up to ensure on-time delivery; identifying and escalating supply risks; assisting with alternative supplier sourcing when needed; resolving invoice and receiving discrepancies with Finance and Logistics; maintaining accurate supplier records and procurement documentation in the ERP system; supporting the Senior Procurement & Sourcing Manager on strategic sourcing, RFQ/RFP processes, and supplier evaluation; coordinating domestic and international shipments and preparing shipping documentation; receiving and verifying incoming materials; performing basic inventory tasks including cycle counts and stock monitoring; and identifying opportunities to improve procurement processes and reduce costs.
The role emphasizes ethics and integrity in all procurement activities, including adherence to anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and conflict-of-interest policies.
Requirements: 2+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or related field; experience creating and managing purchase orders in an ERP system (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar); proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook; strong negotiation, communication, and vendor relationship management skills; high attention to detail and accuracy in PO processing, documentation, and data entry; ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment; strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently and cross-functionally. Preferred qualifications: experience purchasing electronic components, manufacturing materials, or technical products; familiarity with domestic and international shipping, import/export documentation, and logistics processes; experience in a technical hardware or manufacturing environment (semiconductors, photonics, electronics, or advanced manufacturing); familiarity with ITAR/EAR export regulations; APICS CPIM or equivalent supply chain certification.
