Category Manager Electrical

Description

You will collaborate closely with Engineering, Construction, Operations, Finance, and Logistics to support fast-moving infrastructure build-outs.

The Category Manager – Electrical will own strategic procurement, supplier management, and master scheduling for key electrical equipment across large data center programs. This role blends sourcing leadership with advanced supply chain planning, ensuring continuity, resilience, and rapid delivery of mission-critical systems.

• Leverage ERP and APS systems to enhance forecasting, visibility, and scheduling accuracy.
• Coordinate end-to-end OFCI (Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed) equipment lifecycle — from procurement to commissioning.
• Implement dual-sourcing strategies, risk mitigation plans, and long-term category roadmaps.
• Support change management, cost realignment, project escalations, and schedule impacts.
• Work closely with Engineering and Design to align specifications with supplier capabilities.
• Lead competitive sourcing events, negotiations, contract drafting, and supplier onboarding.
• Oversee logistics for shipping, rigging, and storage of major equipment deliveries.
• Manage high-value contracts (>$50M) and multi-vendor execution strategies.
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers and internal stakeholders for transparency and accountability.
• Drive digital transformation and workflow automation within procurement and planning.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for data center electrical systems: low-voltage switchgear, UPS systems, busway, ATS, and related equipment.
• Monitor inventory and recommend capital asset redeployments to reduce cost exposure.
• Ensure data integrity across systems via audits, documentation, and structured governance.
• Partner with construction and field teams to ensure installation readiness.
• Define and monitor KPIs, SLAs, QBRs, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Prioritize speed of delivery, resilience, and quality over pure cost/TCO optimization.
• Develop playbooks, SOPs, training materials, and category process documentation.

Requirements

We’re looking for someone who thrives in high-ownership environments, operates with urgency, and can orchestrate suppliers, construction partners, and internal teams to ensure flawless execution.

• Skilled in supplier negotiations, contract management, and risk mitigation.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Netsuite), planning tools, and APS solutions.
• Willingness to travel to data center sites, vendor facilities, and industry events.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and data center construction requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Proven ability to implement new processes, lead teams, and drive category performance.
• Own Master Production Schedules (MPS) aligned with demand forecasts and capacity constraints.
• 5+ years’ experience in strategic sourcing within cloud data centers, critical environments, or heavy MEP categories.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance