FLEXRACK by Qcells · 5 days ago
Category Manager - Steel and Components
Highland Hills, OH
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $110K/yr
7+ years expFLEXRACK by Qcells is an integrated solar company that provides solar mounting solutions. They are seeking a highly skilled Category Manager to oversee sourcing and procurement for steel and structural components, ensuring a stable and compliant supply chain to meet U.S. manufacturing goals.
Renewables & Environment
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for steel and related components, focusing on minimizing geopolitical risk and maximizing domestic content (U.S. origin)
Identify, evaluate, and negotiate long-term contracts with major U.S. steel mills and fabricators. Manage ongoing supplier performance, quality control, and capacity planning
Ensure rigorous documentation and traceability of all steel products to meet the stringent requirements of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) domestic content incentives
Conduct total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, manage commodity hedging strategies, and identify cost reduction opportunities without compromising quality or compliance
Monitor global and domestic steel market trends, pricing fluctuations, and capacity changes to inform sourcing decisions and budget forecasting
Work closely with engineering and R&D teams to optimize product design for steel sourcing advantages and manufacturability
Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position
Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management, with at least 3 years specifically managing steel, heavy fabrication, or similar industrial raw materials
Proven track record of negotiating complex, multi-year supply agreements and managing supplier performance programs
Strong analytical and negotiation skills, deep understanding of steel commodity markets, and knowledge of domestic content regulations (e.g., IRA or Buy America)
Preferred
MBA or CSCP certification preferred
Direct experience within the solar energy, heavy manufacturing, or automotive sectors highly desirable
Benefits
Medical, dental, and/or other benefits
Company
FLEXRACK by Qcells
FLEXRACK by Qcells is an integrated solar company that offers custom-designed, fixed tilt ground mount and single-axis solar tracking systems in the commercial and utility-scale solar mounting industries.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase