Global Supply Manager, Motors & Magnets

The role

You will own the sourcing strategy, commercial relationships, and supply continuity for motors, gearboxes, magnetic assemblies, and related electromechanical systems. You will partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supplier Development teams to build a resilient supply base for product development and high-volume production.

What you will do

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for motors and magnets.
• Secure supply continuity through supplier selection and capacity planning.
• Drive cost improvements through negotiations and value engineering.
• Build and maintain a global supplier network.
• Ensure supplier performance meets quality, delivery, and responsiveness requirements.

Required qualifications

• 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.
• Direct experience sourcing motors, magnetic materials, gearboxes, actuators, or related electromechanical components.
• Proven track record developing sourcing strategies, negotiating commercial agreements, and managing supplier performance.
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI), production ramp-ups, and global supplier management.

Nice to have

• Experience sourcing rare earth magnets, permanent magnet materials, or motor subassemblies.
• Strong understanding of motor design, magnetic circuit fundamentals, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience working with suppliers throughout Asia, particularly China.
• Mandarin language proficiency.
• Experience in robotics, automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, or other high-volume electromechanical industries.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
• 401(k) plan with company match (100% on the first 3% of contributions, 50% on the next 2%)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) options
• Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
• Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support
• Onsite snacks and catered lunches

About the company

1X builds humanoid robots designed to work in homes. The company works to solve robotics, AI, and manufacturing at scale.