Global Supply Manager Motors and Magnets
1X is a Palo Alto-based AI and robotics company developing general-purpose humanoid robots, led by its NEO home robot.
About 1X
1X develops humanoid robots that live and learn alongside people. Its flagship product, NEO, is a home robot designed to autonomously help with household tasks, supported by the company’s embodied-AI systems.
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Candidate Availability
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About the Role
You will own sourcing strategy, commercial relationships, and supply continuity for motors, gearboxes, magnetic assemblies, and related electromechanical systems. You will build a resilient supplier base, manage capacity and risk, negotiate improvements, and partner with engineering and manufacturing through development and production scaling.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related discipline
- 6+ years of experience in global sourcing, supply chain management, strategic sourcing, commodity management, or procurement
- Experience sourcing motors, magnetic materials, gearboxes, actuators, or related electromechanical components
- Experience developing sourcing strategies, negotiating commercial agreements, and managing supplier performance
- Experience supporting new product introduction, production ramp-ups, and global supplier management
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for motors and magnets commodities
- Secure supply continuity through supplier selection, capacity planning, risk mitigation, and dual sourcing
- Drive cost improvements through negotiations, value engineering, market intelligence, and supplier partnerships
- Build and maintain a global supplier network
- Ensure supplier performance meets quality, delivery, responsiveness, and operational requirements
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
- Commuter benefits
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite snacks and catered lunches