Sourcing Manager- Infrastructure, Facilities & Construction Location: Palo Alto, Ca About 1X We build humanoid robots that work alongside people to solve labor shortages and create abundance. Role Overview We are seeking a Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing and supplier strategy for facilities, construction, and physical infrastructure-related categories that support site expansion and operational scaling at 1X. This role is part of a team-based infrastructure sourcing organization, where category ownership is intentionally split across multiple Sourcing Managers based on experience and business needs. Candidates are not expected to have experience across all infrastructure categories. Depth in relevant areas is preferred over broad but shallow exposure. You WIll - Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned facilities and infrastructure categories - Lead RFx processes, supplier selection, negotiations, and contract execution - Build and manage supplier relationships aligned to quality, cost, and delivery requirements - Partner closely with Facilities, Real Estate, Engineering, Operations, Legal, and Finance - Support facility buildouts, expansions, and infrastructure upgrade programs - Drive cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk mitigation - Monitor supplier KPIs and ensure compliance with commercial agreements Primary Category Ownership - Construction and site expansion services - Facilities maintenance and infrastructure services (electrical, mechanical, HVAC) - Site services (security, janitorial, landscaping, food services) - CAPEX equipment installation and infrastructure services Must Have - 5+ years of experience in global supply management, strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain - Demonstrated depth in facilities, construction, infrastructure services, or CAPEX-related sourcing - Proven ability to own sourcing end-to-end (strategy, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract execution) - Strong commercial and negotiation skills - Experience partnering with technical and non-technical stakeholders - Comfort operating in fast-paced, ambiguous, startup-style environments Benefits & Compensation - Salary Range: $140,000 – $180,000 + Equity - Health, dental, and vision insurance - 401(k) with company match - Paid time off and holidays Equal Opportunity Employer 1X is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.