About the job
Senior Indirect Sourcing Specialist
Location: San Carlos, CA
About 1X
At 1X, we are pioneering the future of work by developing humanoid robots that collaborate with humans to address labor shortages and drive productivity.
Role Overview
We are in search of a Senior Indirect Sourcing Specialist to spearhead sourcing initiatives and oversee category management related to infrastructure and indirect expenditures at 1X. This pivotal role requires close collaboration with Global Supply Managers and diverse stakeholders to implement sourcing strategies that enhance our facilities, IT infrastructure, factory operations, and corporate services. As a member of our dynamic infrastructure sourcing team, you will play a vital role in our organizational success.
Commodity ownership assignments will be determined based on your experience and the current needs of the business. Prospective candidates are not required to possess experience in all specified categories.
Your Responsibilities
Implement sourcing strategies across designated infrastructure and indirect categories.
Lead RFQs, supplier assessments, negotiations, and contract management.
Collaborate with Facilities, IT, Manufacturing, Operations, and Finance departments.
Support infrastructure programs, site operations, and scaling efforts.
Monitor supplier performance, costs, and sourcing metrics.
Drive continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives.
Infrastructure & Indirect Categories Supported (one or more areas):
Facilities maintenance and site services.
Construction and site expansion services.
CAPEX equipment and installation services.
IT infrastructure and technology services.
Support for factory production (tooling, MRO, consumables).
Corporate services (travel, HR-related services, insurance).
The scope of categories will be aligned with your experience and may evolve as the organization expands.

