Category Manager – Electrical

Are you looking to join the team building the backbone of AI?

CrimsonXT has partnered with a rapidly scaling AI Cloud Platform company that is expanding its data center footprint globally. We are seeking a Category Manager – Electrical to join their high-performance team, ideally based in the Central or West Coast regions.

Role responsibilities

As the Category Manager – Electrical, you will lead strategic procurement and supply chain operations for critical electrical infrastructure across major data center build-outs. This role blends strategic sourcing, supplier management, and advanced planning responsibilities to ensure speed, resilience, and scalability across a rapidly growing network.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and executing sourcing strategies for key electrical systems such as LV switchgear, UPS systems, busway, and ATS
• Leading competitive sourcing events, supplier negotiations, and contract management
• Aligning supplier capabilities with technical specifications in partnership with Engineering and Design
• Implementing supplier risk mitigation, dual-sourcing strategies, and performance improvement measures
• Overseeing Master Production Schedules (MPS) aligned with demand forecasts and capacity constraints
• Prioritising speed of delivery over pure cost/TCO optimisation
• Monitoring KPIs such as on-time delivery, inventory turns, and production efficiency
• Collaborating with internal teams (Sales, Operations, Procurement, Logistics) to balance supply and demand
• Using ERP and APS tools to enhance visibility, accuracy, and scheduling
• Managing the full lifecycle of OFCI (Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed) equipment
• Coordinating logistics, shipping, rigging, and storage for major equipment deliveries
• Ensuring data integrity through documentation, audits, and continuous improvement
• Creating playbooks, procedures, and training materials for procurement and planning workflows
• Driving digital transformation initiatives to streamline processes
• Defining supplier KPIs, SLAs, and business review cadences
• Building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders across Engineering, Construction, and Operations
• Supporting change management, escalations, and project realignments

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone with a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field (Master’s preferred) and 5+ years’ experience in strategic sourcing within Cloud Data Centers or similar infrastructure environments.

You should also bring:

• Strong understanding of data center construction and critical MEP categories
• Experience managing high-value contracts (> $50M) and multi-vendor strategies
• Skilled negotiation, supplier management, and risk mitigation capabilities
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite), APS tools, and planning software
• A track record of implementing new processes and driving cross-functional improvements
• Willingness to travel to data center sites, vendor facilities, and industry events

What’s in it for you?

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a mission-driven organisation building the infrastructure powering the next generation of AI. You’ll receive a competitive total compensation package (salary + equity), including:

• Base salary range of $200,000–$300,000, depending on experience and location
• Equity in the form of stock options
• Retirement or pension plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO policy

Sound interesting?

Reach out to us to learn more about this role and your potential impact within one of the fastest-growing AI infrastructure teams in the world.