Your CharterAs the Global Supply Manager for Motors & Magnets, you will own the sourcing strategy, commercial relationships, and supply continuity for critical motion system components including motors, gearboxes, magnetic assemblies, and related electromechanical systems. You will partner closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supplier Development teams to build a resilient supply base capable of supporting aggressive product development timelines and high-volume production.
Key Outcomes- Develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver competitive cost, quality, capacity, and technology advantages across the motors and magnets commodity space.
- Secure supply continuity through supplier selection, capacity planning, risk mitigation, and dual-source strategies.
- Drive measurable cost improvements through negotiations, value engineering, market intelligence, and strategic supplier partnerships.
- Build and maintain a high-performing global supplier network capable of supporting rapid product development and production scaling.
- Ensure supplier performance consistently meets business requirements for quality, delivery, responsiveness, and operational excellence.
Key Competencies- Deep understanding of motor manufacturing, magnetic materials, gearboxes, actuators, and electromechanical systems.
- Strong commercial negotiation skills with demonstrated success managing complex supplier relationships and agreements.
- Ability to evaluate supplier capabilities, manufacturing processes, cost structures, and scalability risks.
- Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities with experience managing cost models and commodity strategies.
- Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills with the ability to influence engineering, operations, manufacturing, and supplier stakeholders.
Minimum 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.
- 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.
Preferred Skills- 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.
What Does a Successful 1X Team Member Look Like?Team members at 1X who thrive here are builders. They move fast, own their work completely, and treat time like it's the one thing you can't get back - because it is. They say what they mean, finish what they start, and hold themselves to a standard before anyone has to ask. We push each other to be better, and we do it with honesty and respect.
Compensation Range$145,000 - $222,000 per year
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
