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Fluidstack · 7 hours ago

Category Manager - Electrical

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$190K/yr - $250K/yr

5+ years exp

Fluidstack is building the infrastructure for abundant intelligence, partnering with top AI labs and enterprises to unlock compute capabilities. The Category Manager - Electrical will lead strategic procurement and supply chain planning for critical data center infrastructure, ensuring efficiency and scalability through cross-functional collaboration.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for critical data center electrical systems, including low voltage switchgear, UPS systems, busway, and ATS

Execute competitive sourcing events, supplier negotiations, and contract management, focusing on resilience, quality, and scalability

Partner with Engineering and Design to ensure alignment between specifications, project requirements, and supplier capabilities

Implement supplier risk mitigation strategies, dual-sourcing models, and cost optimization measures

Oversee the development of Master Production Schedules (MPS) aligned with demand forecasts and capacity constraints

Focus on optimising speed of delivery not just purely cost/TCO optimisation

Monitor KPIs such as on-time delivery, inventory turns, and production efficiency to guide planning decisions

Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Operations, Procurement, Logistics) to optimize supply and demand balance

Use APS tools and ERP systems to enhance visibility, forecast accuracy, and scheduling efficiency

Coordinate the end-to-end lifecycle of Owner-Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) equipment from purchase through commissioning

Work with construction partners and field operations to ensure timely installation readiness and contractor support

Monitor inventory locations and recommend capital asset reallocation to maximize cost avoidance

Oversee shipping, rigging, and storage logistics for major equipment deliveries

Ensure data integrity across procurement and scheduling systems through documentation, audits, and continuous improvement

Develop playbooks, training materials, and business process documentation in collaboration with internal stakeholders

Lead digital transformation initiatives to automate and streamline planning and procurement workflows

Define and monitor supplier KPIs, SLAs, and business review cadences (weekly check-ins, QBRs, performance improvement plans)

Build strong relationships with external suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure transparency, alignment, and accountability

Support change management activities for project updates, escalation resolution, and budgetary realignments

Qualification

Strategic sourcingContract negotiationsSupplier managementERP systemsData center constructionRisk mitigationCross-functional coordinationMaster Production SchedulesPerformance improvementDigital transformation