Range Energy
Strategic Sourcing Manager
TLDR
Own and execute strategic sourcing initiatives, partnering with engineering on NPI and design changes to optimize costs, supplier performance, and on-time production.
About Range Energy
Range Energy builds powered trailers that help electrify heavy-duty trucking without requiring fleets to replace their tractors. We solve real-world problems with real hardware.
We move fast, take ownership, and hold a high bar for execution. We value people who are low ego and team-first, calm under pressure, direct and respectful communicators, willing to roll up their sleeves, and focused on solutions, not drama.
We operate with high integrity. We do what we say we’ll do, we’re transparent about risks and tradeoffs, and we build trust through consistent follow-through.
The work is hands-on. Sometimes messy. Often fast. Always meaningful.
Founded in 2021, Range is led by experienced EV operators from Tesla, Zoox, Honda, and other leading OEMs. We are backed by strong investors and focused on building hardware that fleets will actually use.
If you like building real things, solving hard problems, and working with low drama, high output teammates, you will fit here.
Role Summary
As a Sourcing Manager you will play a crucial role in the company by overseeing and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives. This position is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that optimize costs, improve supplier relationships, and ensure the timely availability of high-quality materials and services. The Strategic Sourcing Manager collaborates with cross-functional teams, negotiates contracts, and evaluates supplier performance to drive operational efficiency and support our company's growth.
Key Responsibilities
What Success Looks Like (first 6–12 months)
Required Qualifications
Preferred / Nice-to-Haves
- Own sourcing execution for key components and subsystems (RFQs, supplier selection, quoting, cost tracking)
- Identify and evaluate suppliers across mechanical, electrical, and fabricated components
- Support contract negotiations (pricing, lead times, basic terms) alongside senior team members
- Partner closely with engineering to support NPI builds and design changes
- Track supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery) and help resolve issues quickly
- Drive cost-down initiatives and support value engineering efforts
- Help manage supplier relationships and day-to-day communication
- Support program execution by ensuring parts are delivered on time for builds and production
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You are independently running RFQs and managing supplier communications for multiple components
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You’ve built strong working relationships with 5–10 key suppliers
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You consistently hit cost, quality, and delivery targets for your parts
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Engineering trusts you as a go-to partner during design and build cycles
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You proactively identify cost savings and supply risks before they become issues
- At least 5 years of experience in partnership development and/or purchasing in the commercial vehicle or EV hardware product environment
- Bachelor’s degree
- Strategic sourcing, financial and business opportunity analysis, comfort with legal frameworks and contract negotiation skills (development, supply, licensing, and service agreements)
- Excellent communication skills with ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders, including C-level, engineering, legal, finance, manufacturing, and logistics
- Demonstrated ability lead and work in a team environment
- Demonstrated ability to identify business process issues and drive process improvement
- Deep experience in complex project management
- Uncanny ability to execute
- Language Requirement: Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English (spoken and written) is required for this position. This requirement exists because a substantial portion of this role involves direct communication with Mandarin-speaking customers/partners/stakeholders. Candidates must be able to conduct meetings, prepare written materials, and provide service in both languages.
- Advanced (Master's, Doctorate, etc.) degree in business, operations, supply chain, or other related field
- Experience in the electric vehicle industry
- Experience with automotive component supply chain
- Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a shop environment, including standing for extended periods and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds. Comfortable with occasional bending, kneeling, and climbing as required for infrastructure maintenance. Ability to sustain extended periods of sitting and computer usage
- Travel Requirements: Minimal, primarily for supplier visits or industry events
Range Energy’s compensation package includes a competitive salary, equity for all full-time roles, and a generous benefits package. The salary range for Mountain View, CA based applicants is between $150,000 - $190,000 annually. The total compensation will be determined based on multiple factors including domain knowledge, experience and location.
Range Energy participates in E-Verify in the United States. Range Energy will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Benefits
Equity Compensation
equity for all full-time roles
Range Energy designs and builds powered trailers that enable the electrification of heavy-duty trucking without requiring fleets to replace their existing tractors. Targeting the trucking industry, we offer practical hardware solutions that address real-world challenges, backed by a team of seasoned EV experts from renowned companies like Tesla and Honda.
Strategic Sourcing Manager