Senior Sourcing Manager – Strategic Accounts

About Torus

Torus is headquartered in Utah and is expanding manufacturing at our 540,000-square-foot facility in Salt Lake City called GigaOne. Our mission is to build the world’s first mesh energy infrastructure — built to unite people and communities through resilient, secure, and intelligent power. We design, engineer, manufacture, install, and support our systems end-to-end, standing behind them throughout their lifecycle. Torus systems help reduce costs, lower emissions, and protect facilities from outages, while strengthening the security and reliability of the broader utility grid. Torus is committed to American manufacturing, engineering excellence, and building energy systems that last.

At Torus, you will be part of something larger than a single product or technology. Your work will help build energy infrastructure that supports critical systems, industry, and communities for decades to come. We value accountability, collaboration, and clear thinking. We are looking for people who want to solve hard problems and build things that matter.

About the Role

The Senior Sourcing Manager – Strategic Accounts will play a critical role in supporting our R&D and Engineering teams by ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of electrical components and machined parts. This is mission critical for developing and supporting the next generation of Torus products. The role will report to the Director of Supply Chain and work closely with cross-functional teams, including Design Engineering, Manufacturing, and Finance, to develop and implement a reliable supply base for critical components used in our BESS (Torus Pulse) and FESS (Torus Spin) systems. The ideal candidate will bring experience in sourcing within the electrical components domain, preferably with exposure to machine shops and custom fabricated parts.

Torus operates in a fast-paced and evolving environment, and this role will require adaptability and a willingness to take on responsibilities beyond typical duties when needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage long-term strategic partnerships with key suppliers and technology partners.
• Act as the primary relationship owner for assigned strategic accounts.
• Identify opportunities for joint innovation, cost reduction, and supply chain optimization.
• Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers for electrical and electromechanical components.
• Support R&D and Engineering in finding sources for prototype and low-volume production parts.
• Serve as a technical expert capable of evaluating supplier capabilities, manufacturing processes, and product technologies.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and lead time targets.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and contracts with suppliers.
• Manage RFQs, evaluate bids, and make supplier recommendations based on total cost of ownership.
• Monitor supplier performance using key metrics (e.g., on-time delivery, quality, cost competitiveness).

Required Experience

• 5+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles, with an emphasis on electrical components and/or machined parts.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field or a combination of relevant experience and/or education.
• Experience using NetSuite ERP system or a similar (e.g. SAP, Epicor, etc.) software.
• Demonstrated experience sourcing custom fabricated parts and working directly with machine shops.
• Familiarity with electrical components such as relays, connectors, switches, PCBs, harnesses, and power electronics.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes including machining, sheet metal fabrication, and assembly.
• Experience supporting engineering development and NPI (New Product Introduction) sourcing efforts.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and project management skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Experience

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

You’ll be a great fit if you have a passion for helping to solve complex climate challenges and are committed to finding new innovative ways to preserve and enhance our planet. As a member of a rapidly growing startup with an excitement to learn new technologies, you’ll add incredible value as a self-starter and apply your technical skills to empower our customers to discover, purchase, and install the Torus products that will help them live clean, renewable lives.

Our Perks & Benefits

• Employee Rewards Package including equity
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA eligible medical plans; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance
• Human-centered Paid Time Off including unlimited discretionary PTO; 10-days paid company holidays; Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave.
• Torus paid Life with option to purchase additional coverage
• Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Peer Recognition Program

Additional Details

Background Check All candidates are subject to a background check.

Experience Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field or a combination of relevant experience and/or education; and 5+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles, with an emphasis on electrical components and/or machined parts.

Location + Travel The role is on-location based in our South Salt Lake Headquarters Warehouse (air-conditioned) and some remote work. May require occasional onsite work in GigaOne or Springville R&D warehouse (air-conditioned and non air-conditioned).
Schedule Full-Time, Salaried

Compensation $100,000 - $150,000 (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the  corresponding pay range.)

Work Authorization Applicants must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship.

Physical Requirements 

• Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs. 
• Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.
• Ability to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet. 
• Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.
• Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.

Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.