Senior Manager, Thermal Category Strategy

Elevate your career at SB Energy as a Senior Manager in Thermal Category Strategy. Lead category management for mechanical cooling infrastructure and drive supplier development in a dynamic environment. At SB Energy, you are responsible for shaping global category strategies for high-impact thermal infrastructures. This senior role oversees significant annual spends and leads end-to-end sourcing processes while partnering with cross-functional teams to align with engineering and construction. Your efforts will influence our growth and support the rapid deployment of data center projects across the U.S. Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute multi-year strategies for thermal cooling systems
• Lead sourcing events and contract negotiations for key suppliers
• Assess and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure operational resilience
• Collaborate with engineering to align on technology and schedule
• Manage procurement processes and supplier performance

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 8+ years in strategic sourcing or category management
• Experience in RFx development and supplier evaluation
• Proven supplier relationship management skills
• Exceptional communication with stakeholders on strategies