Job description
About Us
QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.
Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.
About this Role
Associate Category Manager – Electrical Substation Components
The role includes up to 20% domestic and international travel.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available.
EnergyLink, a Quanta company, is seeking an Associate Category Manager with 1–3 years of electrical substation procurement experience for large-scale EPC or infrastructure projects. This role owns sourcing across key substation equipment—including transformers, circuit breakers, and switchgear (AIS/GIS)—and works closely with engineering and project teams to qualify suppliers, negotiate commercial terms, manage long-lead equipment, and drive cost, quality, and schedule performance on complex substation builds.
What You'll Do
As a Category Manager at QISG/EnergyLink, you will:
Own and execute category strategies aligned with project demand, technical requirements, and sustainability goals
Lead negotiations and manage supplier relationships across key commodities
Collaborate with engineering, construction, and project teams to ensure materials are delivered on time and within budget
Forecast demand, optimize inventory, and support S&OP alignment
Onboard and qualify suppliers, monitor risk, and drive innovation
Leverage market intelligence and spend analysis to reduce cost and increase value
Travel to job sites and vendor locations to support field operations and supplier oversight
Utilize enterprise systems such as JD Edwards, Salesforce and Coupa for sourcing execution, supplier onboarding, and procurement planning
What You'll Bring
1-3 years of sourcing, procurement, or category management experience focused on substation or utility infrastructure projects.
Deep knowledge of critical substation components, including electrical systems, conduit, transformers, switchgear, and T&D materials.
Proven success in supplier negotiations, contract execution, and supplier performance management for high-value infrastructure projects.
Hands-on experience with ERP and procurement systems, including JD Edwards, Salesforce, and Coupa.
Advanced Excel and data analysis skills to support strategic sourcing decisions.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills, working closely with engineering, project, and construction teams.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field; certifications such as APICS, CSPM, or equivalent preferred.
Willingness to travel up to 20% to project sites and vendor facilities as needed.
What You'll Get
Competitive base salary
Generous PTO & paid holidays to maintain work-life balance
401(k) with a generous match to plan for your future
Comprehensive benefits – medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Weekly pay for consistent, reliable compensation
Great mentoring & career growth opportunities – we invest in your development
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.