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Crusoe Energy Systems LLC

Category Manager, Electrical

Crusoe Energy Systems LLC, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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About This Role The Category Manager - Electrical is responsible for developing, executing, and managing Data Center equipment initiatives for a variety of direct and indirect electrical products. This role will have a direct and immediate impact on our ability to build and scale our data center operations. This position requires collaboration with strategic suppliers, finance, accounting, and construction teams.

What You’ll Be Working On

Category Strategy & Negotiation:

Develop and implement sourcing strategies, including negotiations for complex programs such as Generators, Switchgear, Pad Mounted Transformers, Power Distribution units, Static Transfer Switches, UPS/Batteries, and other Electrical equipment. Conduct a thorough spend analysis, develop methodology and metrics tools to track progress and make recommendations on improvements. Provide strategic guidance, understanding the Total Cost of Ownership to support sourcing decisions.

Supplier & Project Management:

Manage equipment schedules, budgets, and costs to support new, large Data Center construction activities. Drive integration and development of new and existing suppliers to ensure collaboration and ease of doing business. Lead supplier onboarding and selections based on cost analysis/lead time tied to an RFP. Monitor compliance against supplier agreements related to speed, scope, and schedule.

Process & Systems Optimization:

Identify and implement system solutions and best practices that optimize indirect sourcing and procurement work practices. Develop implementation strategies, responsibility assignments, communications plans, and timelines.

Contract Management:

Negotiate, review, and execute implementation of contractual arrangements per company policy and business objectives.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management:

Build relationships with key suppliers and key stakeholders to support our Data Center growth.

Tactical Execution:

Ensure tactical execution of purchasing activities to meet routine business needs.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

Relevant Experience:

At least 5+ years of experience, ideally in a similar industry or fast-paced environment.

Capital Budget Management:

Experience managing similar-sized Capex budgets (+$800 hundreds of millions).

Skills:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education:

Bachelor's degree.

Adaptability:

Proven track record of success in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Multitasking:

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while supporting key stakeholders, and completing assigned tasks within deadlines.

Travel:

Ability to travel 30% of the time.

Benefits

Industry competitive pay

Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company

Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents

Employer contributions to HSA accounts

Paid Parental Leave

Paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability

Teladoc

401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary

Generous paid time off and holiday schedule

Cell phone reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Subscription to the Calm app

MetLife Legal

Company paid commuter benefit; $200 per month

Compensation Compensation will be paid in the range of $130,000 - $157,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

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