About GridwareGridware is a San Francisco-based technology company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the electrical grid. We pioneered a groundbreaking new class of grid management called active grid response (AGR), focused on monitoring the electrical, physical, and environmental aspects of the grid that affect reliability and safety. Gridware’s advanced Active Grid Response platform uses high-precision sensors to detect potential issues early, enabling proactive maintenance and fault mitigation. This comprehensive approach helps improve safety, reduce outages, and ensure the grid operates efficiently. The company is backed by climate-tech and Silicon Valley investors. For more information, please visit www.Gridware.io
The Sourcing Manager role will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and onboarding new hardware suppliers, negotiating pricing and contracts, and ensuring material availability to support production builds. This role will report to the Senior Supply Chain & Planning Manager and will work closely with Hardware Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance/Accounts Payable, and our contract manufacturers to align sourcing strategies with product development and production goals.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
4-7 years of experience in sourcing, direct procurement, supply chain, or supplier management, preferably in a hardware or manufacturing environment.
Experience working across multiple commodity categories, and sourcing both mechanical and electrical components. Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI).
Strong negotiation experience, including pricing, contracts, and supplier agreements.
Experience working with contract manufacturers and external supplier networks.
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, especially with engineering, manufacturing, and finance teams.
Ability to manage ambiguity and build processes in a fast-moving startup environment.
Experience working with global suppliers and international sourcing.
Familiarity with cost modeling, should-cost analysis, or design-to-cost methodologies.
Exposure to ERP systems and supplier management tools.
Experience in the energy, utilities, or hardware startup space.
Experience partnering closely with contract manufacturers on sourcing and procurement execution.
**At this time, Gridware is unable to provide visa sponsorship or immigration support for this role. We’re only able to consider candidates who are currently authorized to work in the country of employment without visa sponsorship now or in the future.**
This describes the ideal candidate; many of us have picked up this expertise along the way. Even if you meet only part of this list, we encourage you to apply!
BenefitsHealth, Dental & Vision (Gold and Platinum with some providers plans fully covered) Paid parental leave Alternating day off (every other Monday)“Off the Grid”, a two week per year paid break for all employees. Commuter allowance Company-paid training
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