Category Manager, Electrical Equipment for AI Data Centers

NextGenEnergyJobs; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

SB Energy seeks a Category Manager, Electrical Equipment to craft and execute sourcing strategies for critical electrical infrastructure supporting AI factories and data centers.

You will lead supplier selection, negotiations, and long-term planning, coordinating with engineering and project teams to meet standards and schedules. Travel domestically and internationally as required; hybrid work options available in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of professional experience in category management, strategic sourcing, or procurement.
• 5+ years in category management within infrastructure, industrial, or mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across electrical equipment categories (switchgear, UPS, busway, transformers, etc.).
• Lead supplier selection, commercial negotiations, contract execution and long-term planning.
• Monitor market trends, capacity, and supply risks to inform strategy.
• Build and manage relationships with key manufacturers and drive supplier performance.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, and procurement teams to align standards and project requirements.
• Coordinate readiness, production schedules, capacity planning, and logistics for deployment.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Contract management

Electrical equipment knowledge

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Job description

SB Energy seeks a Category Manager, Electrical Equipment to craft and execute sourcing strategies for critical electrical infrastructure supporting AI factories and data centers.

You will lead supplier selection, negotiations, and long-term planning, coordinating with engineering and project teams to meet standards and schedules. Travel domestically and internationally as required; hybrid work options available in the U.S.