Subcontractor Category Manager

Job Summary

SOLV Energy is seeking an experienced Category Manager to drive sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management for key categories in the PV and BESS industry.

• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance teams to define supplier requirements and scout potential suppliers.
• Develop and execute competitive Request for Proposals (RFPs), analyze supplier responses, and award contracts based on strategic criteria.
• Negotiate Master Supply Agreements 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.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 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.

Range: $ - $ (Salary)

Solv Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate the power of our differences and are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position can be fully remote or based full-time in our office in Edison, NJ. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.