Your CharterBuild and scale the Infrastructure & Indirect Sourcing function that enables 1X's global growth. This role is responsible for developing the sourcing strategy, team, supplier network, and operating model that support facilities, IT infrastructure, factory operations, site expansions, and corporate services. Success in this role directly impacts 1X's ability to rapidly scale operations, control costs, mitigate risk, and support the deployment of humanoid robots at increasing volume.
Key Outcomes- Build, develop, and retain a high-performing Infrastructure & Indirect Sourcing team capable of supporting multiple global sites and business functions.
- Deliver measurable cost, efficiency, and supplier performance improvements across indirect and infrastructure spend categories while maintaining operational continuity.
- Establish scalable sourcing processes, governance, and operating models that support company growth and increasing organizational complexity.
- Ensure infrastructure, facilities, IT, and operational sourcing activities support site launches, expansions, and production scaling milestones on schedule.
- Reduce supplier, commercial, and operational risk through strategic supplier management, contingency planning, and performance management programs.
Key Competencies- Proven people leader who can build, coach, and scale high-performing sourcing teams in fast-paced environments.
- Strategic thinker who can balance long-term sourcing strategy with day-to-day execution and issue resolution.
- Strong cross-functional influencer capable of partnering effectively with Facilities, IT, Manufacturing, Finance, HR, and executive stakeholders.
- Comfortable operating in ambiguity, setting priorities, and making sound decisions with incomplete information.
- Data-driven operator who uses analytics, commercial judgment, and supplier insights to drive business outcomes.
Minimum Requirements- 8+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or strategic sourcing roles.
- 3+ years of direct people management experience leading sourcing, procurement, or supply chain teams.
- Experience owning sourcing strategy across multiple indirect, infrastructure, facilities, IT, or operational spend categories.
- Demonstrated success building processes, teams, and supplier strategies in a high-growth or rapidly changing environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Preferred Skills- Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing, technology, robotics, automotive, aerospace, or industrial operations.
- Experience with facilities, construction, real estate, factory support, MRO, or IT infrastructure sourcing.
- Experience building sourcing organizations from the ground up during periods of rapid company growth.
- Strong financial acumen with experience partnering on budgets, forecasts, savings tracking, and capital planning.
- Experience managing global suppliers and supporting international operations.
What does a successful 1X Team Member look likeTeam 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$170,000 - $205,000 /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
