Location: Flexible / Remote
Industry: Energy Storage Power Infrastructure AI Data Centers
Our client is building the power infrastructure that enables the AI era. As demand for compute accelerates beyond what the grid can support delivers grid-safe gigawatt-scale power systems trusted by leading cloud and AI companies. With deployed systems across 2.5 GW of hyperscale campuses we are scaling faster than the grid itselfturning power from a constraint into a competitive advantage.
The Supply Chain Manager Batteries & Inverters owns strategic sourcing supplier management and procurement for critical energy-storage and power-conversion components. This role focuses on lithium-ion battery systems inverters and power conversion equipment ensuring cost-effective compliant and on-time delivery while supporting rapid scale.
You will partner closely with Engineering Operations Finance and Quality to align supply chain strategy with technical requirements and business objectives.
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
Own sourcing strategies for battery cells modules packs racks BMS components and inverters / power conversion systems (PCS)
Lead supplier selection RFQs negotiations and contract execution
Drive cost reduction through competitive sourcing multi-sourcing and TCO analysis
Manage long-lead items and coordinate production capacity with OEMs
Supplier & Compliance Management
Qualify and manage suppliers across performance quality cost and delivery
Ensure compliance with UL IEC IEEE NEC and battery shipping requirements (UN38.3 MSDS hazmat)
Lead supplier performance reviews corrective actions and risk mitigation plans
Planning Logistics & Execution
Collaborate on demand forecasting inventory strategy and safety stock planning
Oversee inbound logistics for domestic and international shipments including hazmat materials
Monitor material availability lead times and supply risks impacting production or deployment
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Engineering on specifications supplier capabilities and new technology qualification
Support Operations with production readiness and project delivery
Align with Finance on budgeting spend analysis and cost reporting
Support Quality with supplier audits and NCR resolution
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Engineering or related field
510 years of experience in supply chain sourcing or procurement
Experience sourcing industrial electrical energy or power-electronics components
Strong negotiation contract management and analytical skills
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and supply chain analytics tools
Experience with battery systems inverters or energy storage strongly preferred
Work on real deployed power systems at gigawatt scale
Direct impact on scaling AI and hyperscale infrastructure
High-ownership role with visibility across engineering operations and leadership
Opportunity to shape the supply chain of next-generationtechnology
Required Experience:
Manager
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