Category Management Specialist

Position Summary

Redaptive is an Energy-as-a-Service provider that funds and installs energy-saving and energy-generating equipment. We help sophisticated organizations reduce energy waste, save money, lower their carbon emissions, and meet sustainability goals. Founded in 2015, we are headquartered in Denver, CO, and backed by leading investors. We are passionate about sustainability and are seeking a Category Management Specialist to join our dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Drive and maintain 90% compliance for all required supplier information and documentation (contracts, safety, insurance, code of conduct, credit checks, and EMR).
• Ensure timely supplier onboarding for all key partner types, targeting finalization within 30 days.
• Leverage Process Unity or future vendor database/repository to update supplier profiles and documentation.
• Support the Category Management Lead and team with supplier negotiation and new business opportunities.
• Assist with supplier business reviews and support the Category Management function.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand sourcing and procurement needs and requirements.
• Prepare and issue project-level contracts to vendors through DocuSign.
• Support the Procurement function with PO creation, SSA creation, and Lien Waiver collection.
• Maintain a sense of urgency and focus, adapt to changing priorities, and solve problems effectively.
• Manage several projects and tasks simultaneously, review, cleanse, and prepare large datasets for database uploading, and assist with process documentation.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills – phone, email, and messaging.
• Strong organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional follow-up and task closure.
• Organized with an eye for detail.
• Maintain a sense of urgency and focus.
• 1-4+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Experience/exposure in lighting, HVAC, electrical, building engineering, building construction, metering, manufacturing, or related industries.
• A deep understanding of Redaptive offerings and industry trends.
• Excellent presentation, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with both commodity and service offerings is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software.
• Passionate about Redaptive’s mission to transform resource consumption.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 2–4+ years of experience in category management, strategic sourcing, supply chain management, operations, or a related procurement role.
• Experience using Salesforce, NetSuite, or other ERP/CRM software.
• Previous experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain management, or related fields is strongly preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Travel up to 10% of travel time expected for this position, predominantly to suppliers/contractors and/or industry events within the US.

The Perks!

• Annual bonus, subject to company and individual performance.
• Equity plan participation.
• Company-subsidized benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: healthcare and dependent care.
• 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting.
• Flexible Time Off.
• Employee Assistance Program for mental wellbeing.

Pay

Expected annual salary: $85,000– $100,000 (subject to adjustment for relevant experience, skills, and geo location).

Schedule

Full-time position.