Procurement Category Manager, Substation & Distribution

SOLV Energy•San Diego, CA

21d•$104,554 - $130,692•Hybrid

About The Position

SOLV Energy is seeking an experienced and strategic Category Manager to drive sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management for key categories in the PV and BESS industry with an emphasis on eBOS. The Category Manager will collaborate closely with engineering, operations, and finance teams to identify supplier needs and scout potential suppliers. Through competitive RFP processes, this role will evaluate supplier responses, award contracts, and negotiate Master Supply Agreements to achieve optimal terms, pricing, lead times, and quality standards. Post-contract, the Category Manager will lead supplier relationship management initiatives, including compiling feedback for supplier scorecards, conducting quarterly business reviews, and addressing supplier escalations. This role is critical to optimizing supply chain performance and fostering strong supplier partnerships. This role is hybrid, with regular in-office presence in San Diego, CA, Denver, CO or Dallas, TX. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Ability to understand electrical design and components, their purpose and use, with a preference for photovoltaics and battery storage.
Proven experience in category management, sourcing, and supplier relationship management within the PV, BESS, or related industries.
Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing favorable contract terms.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance teams to define supplier requirements and scout potential suppliers.
Develop and execute competitive Request for Proposals (RFPs), analyzing supplier responses and awarding contracts based on strategic criteria.
Negotiate Master Supply Agreements with suppliers to achieve favorable terms, pricing, lead times, and quality assurance measures.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, serving as the primary point of contact for supplier performance management.
Compile supplier feedback for scorecards and coordinate quarterly business reviews to assess and improve supplier contributions.
Manage supplier escalations to resolve issues promptly and maintain seamless supply chain operations.