TAR
Category Manager
Austin · On-site · Manager · Full-time · Posted Oct 3, 2026
- Experience
- 5 - 15 years of supply chain experience.
About the job
Owns sourcing categories and vendor relationships, leading procurement strategy and negotiations for large-scale solar and battery energy storage projects.
What you'll do
- Develop category strategies balancing cost, lead time, quality, and compliance.
- Run RFx sourcing events, negotiate with vendors, and oversee contract drafting and execution.
- Manage vendor performance and support procurement process improvements and software implementation.
What they ask for
- Direct category decision responsibility within supply chain experience.
- Demonstrated negotiation competence and experience constructing and running RFx processes.
- Moderate comfort with contracting and commercial terms.
- Experience with P2P and contract management software.
Nice to have
- Experience managing MV/HV equipment such as transformers, inverters, switchgear, or breakers.
- Proficiency with AI tools in day-to-day work; experience implementing software packages and developing database structures.
Pay
Up to $15K (relocation bonus)
Tools
P2P, RFx
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