Illuminate USA · 21 hours ago
Category Manager
Pataskala, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expIlluminate USA is a leading company in solar panel manufacturing located in Central Ohio. They are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Category Manager to lead the direct sourcing strategy for their Bill of Materials category, ensuring supply continuity and cost competitiveness while managing supplier partnerships.
ManufacturingRenewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive sourcing strategy for BOM categories, including market intelligence, supplier selection, total cost modeling, and pricing forecasts
Establish and maintain strong, performance-driven relationships with key suppliers to ensure a competitive advantage in technology and cost
Deliver accurate cost projections and contribute to budgeting processes
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams to improve supplier manufacturing processes, yields, and performance
Own all aspects of BOM category management, including contract negotiation and ongoing supplier relationship oversight
Support supplier development and ensure clear visibility of roadmaps and capabilities across the business
Partner cross-functionally throughout the product lifecycle—from early design to end-of-life—to ensure sourcing strategies align with business and technical needs
Design and manage a resilient supply chain to ensure uninterrupted component availability and address any supply risks proactively
May lead a small team (1–2 direct reports)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
10+ years of strategic procurement experience in one or more of the following industries: Solar, Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), Semiconductors, Energy Storage, or Contract Manufacturing
Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
Strong background in supplier management, contract negotiations, cost analysis, and supply chain risk mitigation
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred
Master's degree in Business or Supply Chain
Benefits
Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits
Continuous opportunities for career growth
Company
Illuminate USA
Illuminate USA is a solar panel manufacturer.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brittany Rogers, CPCC
Chief Human Resources and People Officer - CHRO | CPO
Nicholas Crandall, MBA, SHRM-SCP
Human Resources Business Partner
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