Director, Global Category Management, Power Conversion & Electrical Systems

Fluence Energy; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluence Energy seeks a Director of Global Category Management for Power Conversion & Electrical Systems to drive global category strategy and commercial execution. The role partners with Engineering and Product on new product introductions, supplier involvement, and design for cost, aiming to reduce unit costs while enabling growth.

The position sits in a hybrid environment with in-office days in the USA, and reports to senior leadership as a top category leader supporting Fluence's energy

Qualifications

• Owns Fluence's global category strategy and commercial execution across the AC power electronics portfolio.
• Lead commercial execution for power conversion systems, inverters, transformers, UPS, and controls.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product on new product introduction and early supplier involvement.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with suppliers to achieve year-over-year cost reductions.
• Lead Advanced Procurement in collaboration with Engineering and Product.
• Manage supplier base, capacity commitments, and commercial structures.

Skills

Category management

Negotiation

Strategic sourcing

Cross-functional leadership

Job description

## Director, Global Category Management, Power Conversion & Electrical SystemsApply: Hybrid (2-3 days in Office): USA-TX-Houston: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR101682Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.**Job Description:**The Director, Power Conversion & Electrical Systems owns Fluence's global category strategy and commercial execution across the AC power electronics portfolio, including power conversion systems, inverters, transformers, UPS, and electrical and electronic controls. The role also owns the Advanced Procurement function, which partners with Engineering and Product on new product introduction, early supplier involvement, and design for cost.This is one of two Director level category leaders reporting to the Vice President, Power and Systems. Together the two roles cover Fluence's full non battery direct materials portfolio, which represents approximately $1.2B in annual spend today and is expected to exceed $5B within three years as Fluence converts contracted backlog and pipeline into deployed capacity.This role carries the power electronics share of that growth. The supplier base, capacity commitments, and commercial structures required at the far end of that curve do not exist yet in their final form. Building them, while running the category and hitting cost commitments in the meantime, is the substance of the job.Cost is a primary measure of success. Rising volume is leverage, and this role is expected to convert it into year over year unit cost reduction rather than proportional cost growth. Fluence is looking for a category leader who negotiates hard, knows the technology well enough to challenge a supplier on a bill of materials, and wants a path to broader supply chain leadership.**Our Culture**At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.**Unleash Voices**We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.**Customer Fluent**Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.**Infinite Impact**We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.**All In**We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.*Equal Opportunity Employer At Fluence, we believe great teams are built on a collaborative and connected culture. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.**Work Authorization To join our team, you’ll need to be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout your employment, without the need for employer sponsorship. Please note that Fluence does not sponsor work visas for this position.*