Category Manager (Power Ends and Fluid Ends)

Beusa Energy, LLC•The Woodlands, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Category Manager, Power Ends & Fluid Ends is responsible for the strategic sourcing, procurement, lifecycle management, and optimization of power end and fluid end blocks, components, and consumables. This role leads vendor relationships, oversees CAPEX planning, manages inventory strategy, and ensures operations are fully supplied for pad-level execution without interruption. The Category Manager enables operational performance through strong financial stewardship, rigorous vendor performance management, warranty recovery, and proactive planning. This role collaborates closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Mobilization teams to ensure assets meet company standards for availability, reliability, and cost effectiveness.

Requirements

Successfully passes background check, pre-employment drug screening, and any pre-employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s).
Proficiency in spoken English language.
Position requires in-person, predictable attendance.
Valid U.S. Driver’s License required.
Employment is contingent upon meeting company driving standards, including an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in accordance with Company policy.
Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
Experience in procurement, supply chain, or vendor management.
Knowledge of inspection, rebuild, and asset lifecycle management processes.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
Proven experience in budgeting and financial analysis.
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to issue resolution.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle).

Nice To Haves

Experience managing power ends, fluid ends, or other oilfield equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management Own all vendor relationships for Power Ends and Fluid Ends, ensuring strong performance and alignment to company goals.
Negotiate pricing agreements, inspection rig-up costs, rebuild services, and rental rates to optimize cost and service levels.
Lead supplier selection in collaboration with Operations and Engineering.
Track and manage vendor KPIs, service levels, compliance, and quality performance.
Conduct routine supplier audits in partnership with the Quality team.
Provide daily oversight of vendor actions, deliverables, and adherence to contractual and performance expectations.
Financial Stewardship & Cost Management Manage pricing agreements for all power end and fluid end blocks, components, and consumables.
Perform quarterly lease vs. own evaluations to drive cost-efficient decisions.
Manage and monitor the CAPEX budget related to power ends and fluid ends, ensuring disciplined financial planning and execution.
Develop and maintain category strategies that support cost control, long-term value, and operational reliability.
Warranty Process Ownership Develop, implement, and manage the end-to-end warranty process.
Track all claims through investigation, submission, vendor engagement, and resolution.
Maximize warranty recovery to reduce overall cost of ownership.
Inventory, Planning & Operational Enablement Plan and manage power end inventory levels to ensure operational uptime and meet performance targets.
Develop and execute inventory stocking strategies for power ends, fluid ends, and related consumables.
Ensure operations are fully equipped to execute pad-level work without interruption.
Coordinate with Mobilization and Operations teams to support inspections, rebuilds, asset deployments, and returns.
Ensure failed or damaged assets are replaced or repaired in a timely manner to minimize downtime.
Operational Coordination & Quality Assurance Partner with the Quality team to ensure all vendor work meets company standards for workmanship, documentation, and component traceability.
Support vendor evaluations and corrective action activities.
Facilitate communication between Supply Chain, Quality, Operations, Engineering, and Mobilization teams to ensure alignment across processes and deliverables.
Other Responsibilities Maintain documentation, reports, and records required for compliance and business continuity.
Perform other duties as assigned to support successful operations.