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
- 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
What Success Looks Like (first 6–12 months)
You are independently running RFQs and managing supplier communications for multiple components
You’ve built strong working relationships with 5–10 key suppliers
You consistently hit cost, quality, and delivery targets for your parts
Engineering trusts you as a go-to partner during design and build cycles
You proactively identify cost savings and supply risks before they become issues
Required Qualifications
- 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.
Preferred / Nice-to-Haves
- 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
Other Requirements
- 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
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Skills Required
- 5 years of experience in partnership development and/or purchasing
- Bachelor's degree
- Strategic sourcing and contract negotiation skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead in a team environment
- Deep experience in complex project management
What We Do
Range Energy focuses on the electrification of commercial transportation, operating within the clean energy and transportation sectors. The company offers electric trailers and solutions that aim to reduce diesel consumption and emissions in heavy trucking while also extending the range of zero-emission vehicles. Its products are primarily targeted towards the commercial transportation industry. It was founded in 2021 and is based in Mountain View, California.
Why Work With Us
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,
