Category Manager
Core
Own one or more sourcing categories end-to-end, building supply maps, developing category strategies, and managing vendor relationships for GW-scale solar and BESS infrastructure projects.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Procurement)
Builds
GW-scale solar complemented by BESS power plants
Domain
Renewable energy infrastructure / Construction
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Category strategy, vendor relationship management, RFx process execution, contract negotiation, P2P software proficiency, supply chain planning
Preferred skills
Renewable energy domain knowledge, AI tool proficiency, database structure development
Technologies
P2P systems, contract management tools
Responsibilities
Develop short and long term category strategies balancing cost, lead time, quality, and compliance; Build direct vendor relationships from qualification through performance management; Run sourcing events including RFx, bid package building, and contract drafting; Guide procurement specialists on sourcing approach and negotiation; Contribute to process improvements and software implementation for the supply chain team.
Seniority
Mid to Senior, hands-on IC
