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.
About the RoleBase is hiring an early-career Strategic Sourcer to own the suppliers behind our home battery systems. This is an entry-level Global Supply Manager role. You'll run sourcing from RFQ to award, negotiate with suppliers, and manage them through production ramp. You'll start with your own set of parts, learn from senior supply managers, and take on bigger categories as you prove yourself.
What You'll Do
Own sourcing for your assigned parts end to end: gather requirements, run RFQs, compare bids, and award business.
Negotiate piece price, tooling, and payment terms, and get contracts and supply agreements signed.
Build should-cost models to understand what drives cost and find cost-downs.
Manage supplier performance on cost, quality, and delivery, and fix problems before they hit the line.
Keep supply ahead of demand as we ramp: lead times, capacity, and open orders.
Find and qualify new suppliers alongside engineering and quality.
Bring clear recommendations to the supply chain team, engineering, and manufacturing.
What You'll Bring
A degree in engineering, supply chain, business, or a related field.
0–2 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or manufacturing, including internships.
Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
Clear, direct written and verbal communication.
Comfort negotiating and holding suppliers accountable.
Strong organization, with the ability to keep many things moving at once.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, about 25% of the time.
Preferred Skills
Internship or work experience in sourcing, procurement, or manufacturing at a hardware company.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as injection molding, sheet metal, or electronics assembly.
Experience with MRP or ERP systems.
A technical background that helps you understand how p
Please note: Base is a startup, which means priorities shift and evolve quickly. Your role may expand or change based on the needs of the business at any given time, so the responsibilities listed may not be exhaustive.
Our ValuesFirst 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.
Skills Required
- Degree in engineering, supply chain, business, or a related field
- 0–2 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, or a related internship
- Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills
- Clear, direct written and verbal communication
- Strong organization and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Comfort with ambiguity and shifting priorities
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally approximately 25% of the time
- Internship or work experience in sourcing, procurement, or manufacturing at a hardware company
- Familiarity with injection molding, sheet metal, or electronics assembly
- Experience with MRP or ERP systems
- Technical or analytical background related to part manufacturing and cost drivers
What We Do
Our mission at Base is to fix the power grid and enable affordable and reliable electricity for all. As America electrifies, our outdated power systems strain leaving families vulnerable to outages and rising costs. Base deploys home batteries that maintain household power during outages while stabilizing the grid day-to-day. By creating a distributed energy storage network across Texas, we're making electricity more reliable & affordable, and laying the foundation for energy abundance at scale.
Why Work With Us
We are building America’s Next-Generation Power Company; the first engineering-led, technology-focused, R&D-driven electricity company. We are a team of tenacious engineers, operators, and creatives who have solved hard problems. If you’re passionate about tackling one of the most critical challenges of our time, now is the time to join us.
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