Base is America’s next-generation power company. We’re rebuilding the foundation of modern civilization–electricity–by deploying a vast network of distributed batteries that is transforming today’s fragile, centralized grid into a resilient and abundant system. We are engineers, operators, and creatives solving some of the most complex, interdisciplinary challenges of our time.
Base is looking for a Global Supply Manager to source and own supplier relationships, support new and existing product development and manufacture, and to implement industry-leading sourcing strategy. This role will collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, and logistics teams to execute our product roadmap. The primary scope of this role is general hardware manufacturing.
What You'll Do
Create and run request for proposals (RFP).
Develop should-cost models.
Negotiate pricing and commercial terms and conditions with suppliers.
Develop and maintain strong supplier partnerships.
Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies for existing and new products.
Ensure that suppliers are prepared to support all prototype builds to support rapid product development, ramp up, and mass production.
Present recommendations on contract award, cost reviews, cost reduction strategies and critical supply issues.
What You'll Bring
3+ years sourcing experience in a similar role.
Strong excel and spreadsheet skills.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Flexible mindset and temperament.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally. Average 25% travel.
Preferred Skills
Strong record of applying first principles thinking toward supplier negotiations.
Strong record of managing successful escalations up to the executive level within a supplier.
Ability to learn quickly and prioritize appropriately to meet customer and company needs.
Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
First Principles Thinking: Question assumptions. Principles > rules.
Operate at Base Pace: Focus on what matters, act quickly, and learn by doing.
Give & Get Feedback: Be direct, be humble, and maintain a growth mindset.
Everyone’s an Owner: Follow through on commitments and own results.
Strong Opinions, Loosely Held: Drive clarity and make calls with imperfect information.
Committed to the Mission: Rebuilding the grid is a big challenge. We work hard because we care deeply about the impact we’re creating. We work in-person. It’s not a 9-to-5. We are all-in.
Fun & Optimism Coexist with Grit: Collaboration and celebration coincide with the intensity of building real things.