One Tech Engineering is searching for a Category Manager for a position located in Denver, Colorado. The Category Manager supports sourcing and contracting efforts for battery storage initiatives.
The candidate must be a US citizen or hold a green card. The candidate should have a Bachelors degree and relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, category management, or strategic sourcing.
Category Manager Responsibilities:- Manage and negotiate a variety of supplier agreements, including master service agreements (MSAs) and project-specific contracts.
- Lead commercial negotiations and review contract terms to mitigate risk and achieve favorable business outcomes.
- Lead and support RFP, RFI, and RFQ initiatives, owning the full sourcing lifecycle from strategy and planning through execution, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract award.
- Develop and execute sourcing and category strategies in partnership with internal stakeholders to support business and project objectives.
- Manage multiple contracts, sourcing events, and workstreams simultaneously while ensuring alignment to timelines, commercial objectives, and procurement standards.
- Balance strategic planning with day-to-day execution in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Bachelors degree in a related field, and 3+ years of relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, category management, or strategic sourcing.
- Experience in the utility or energy sector strongly preferred, particularly supporting battery storage, energy storage, or related technologies.
- Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation and contract lifecycle management.
- Hands-on experience leading RFP, RFI, and RFQ processes end-to-end.
- Familiarity with structured sourcing methodologies (e.g., seven-step sourcing process).
- Category management experience, including pricing analysis, lead times, supplier evaluation, and commercial terms.
- Experience in procuring both equipment and services.
- Understanding of geopolitical and supply chain considerations, including tariffs, foreign ownership implications, and sourcing risk.
- Experience managing complex supplier agreements and commercial contract structures.
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