Category Manager, Mechanical (Data Center)
FluidStack — Austin, Texas, United States · In-Person · Junior
Role description
Role Overview
The Category Manager, Mechanical (Data Center) will own the data center mechanical category, negotiate supply agreements with mechanical OEMs, and coordinate with manufacturing and design to ensure equipment specs freeze early enough to buy at the lead times the market gives. The role requires experience in sourcing major mechanical equipment, negotiating with OEMs, and managing factory schedules. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of liquid cooling equipment and be able to challenge specs or prices with substance.
What You Will Do
The main responsibilities of the Category Manager, Mechanical (Data Center) will include owning the data center mechanical category, negotiating supply agreements with mechanical OEMs, dual-sourcing CDU and chiller platforms, and coordinating with manufacturing and design to ensure equipment specs freeze early enough to buy at the lead times the market gives.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual who is passionate about the problem space and is able to work independently with minimal supervision. The role requires a strong understanding of the data center mechanical category, experience in negotiating with OEMs, and the ability to manage factory schedules. The candidate should also be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be comfortable with ambiguity.
Requirements
- Experience in sourcing major mechanical equipment for data center or industrial programs
- Ability to negotiate with mechanical OEMs on multi-year committed volumes
- Deep understanding of liquid cooling equipment
- Experience in managing factory schedules and witness points to ensure delivery dates are met
Benefits
- Pay equity and transparency