Category Manager – Substation Materials (Fully remote within the U.S.)

Quanta Services; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable EPC firm is seeking a Category Manager to lead sourcing strategy for critical substation components. This fully remote role involves managing supplier relationships and executing category strategies to ensure effective procurement for infrastructure projects. Candidates should have at least 7 years of relevant experience and expertise in substation materials. The role may require up to 20% travel for site visits.

Benefits

Work with forward-thinking teams

Opportunity to drive sustainability efforts

Qualifications

• 7+ years of sourcing, procurement, or category management experience focused on substation or utility infrastructure projects.
• Deep knowledge of critical substation components including electrical systems and transformers.
• Proven success in supplier negotiations and contract execution for high-value projects.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute category strategies aligned with project demand and sustainability.
• Manage supplier relationships and lead negotiations across key commodities.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.

Skills

Sourcing and procurement experience focused on substation infrastructure

Supplier negotiations

Data analysis and advanced Excel skills

Communication and collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

JD Edwards

Salesforce

Coupa

Job description

Overview

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About this Role

Fully remote within the U.S., with up to 20% domestic travel required. Category Manager – Substation Materials

QISG/EnergyLink is a certified renewable EPC firm on a mission to connect end users to capital investors through tailored electrification assets. We design, build, and fund full-suite strategic solutions that reduce carbon emissions, boost sustainability, and elevate corporate responsibility.

We are seeking a Category Manager to lead sourcing strategy for critical substation components and assemblies used in multi-million-dollar infrastructure projects. This role focuses on securing high-value materials, optimizing supplier partnerships, and driving cost, quality, and schedule performance for complex substation builds.

This is an individual contributor role—ideal for experienced professionals who want to shape sourcing strategy and deliver tangible results without managing a team.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Own and execute category strategies aligned with project demand, technical requirements, and sustainability goals

• Lead negotiations and manage supplier relationships across key commodities

• Collaborate with engineering, construction, and project teams to ensure materials are delivered on time and within budget

• Forecast demand, optimize inventory, and support S&OP alignment

• Onboard and qualify suppliers, monitor risk, and drive innovation

• Leverage market intelligence and spend analysis to reduce cost and increase value

• Travel to job sites and vendor locations to support field operations and supplier oversight

• Utilize enterprise systems such as JD Edwards, Salesforce and Coupa for sourcing execution, supplier onboarding, and procurement planning

Qualifications

What You'll Bring

• 7+ years of sourcing, procurement, or category management experience focused on substation or utility infrastructure projects.

• Deep knowledge of critical substation components, including electrical systems, conduit, transformers, switchgear, and T&D materials.

• Proven success in supplier negotiations, contract execution, and supplier performance management for high-value infrastructure projects.

• Hands-on experience with ERP and procurement systems, including JD Edwards, Salesforce, and Coupa.

• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills to support strategic sourcing decisions.

• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills, working closely with engineering, project, and construction teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field; certifications such as APICS, CSPM, or equivalent preferred.

• Willingness to travel up to 20% to project sites and vendor facilities as needed.

What You'll Get

At QISG, we believe the supply chain is the engine behind the clean energy future. You’ll work alongside forward-thinking teams to decarbonize power systems and build infrastructure that matters. We value agility, integrity, and bold thinking.

Apply now to lead the sourcing strategy for the materials that power progress.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.