Category Manager

About the role

Mesa Power Solutions is a U.S. manufacturer delivering reliable, responsible power systems to industrial markets. We engineer and build advanced, sound-attenuated, temperature-controlled generator sets for tough environments. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and a workplace committed to employee safety, respect, and growth.

What We Offer

• Competitive base pay
• 401(k) plan
• Generous paid time off
• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Critical Illness and Accident insurance
• Annual Evaluations with potential for pay increases based on performance

Employment Requirements

• Safety is a core value. Initial drug screening and random testing may apply for safety-sensitive roles.

Qualifications

• Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field from an accredited university. Preferred: Graduate Degree - MBA or relevant advanced degree.
• Experience: 5 years of procurement/category management experience in industrial manufacturing, heavy equipment, or power generation. Preferred: 8 years of experience in these fields, especially with gas engines or rotating equipment. Honorably discharged service veterans are preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Deep knowledge of gas engine power generation equipment, major components, aftermarket parts, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of strategic sourcing, category management, supplier segmentation, and total-cost-of-ownership principles.
• Familiarity with contract law basics, commercial terms, warranty provisions, and procurement compliance.
• Knowledge of quality systems and standards applicable to power generation equipment (e.g., ISO, API, vendor quality requirements).
• Working knowledge of inventory management, MRP/ERP systems, and demand planning processes.
• Supply chain risk management, logistics, and import/export considerations.
• Advanced negotiation and contract drafting skills with ability to secure favorable commercial terms and risk allocation.
• Strategic sourcing skills: supplier market analysis, RFx management, make-vs-buy decisions, and cost modeling.
• Data analysis and financial acumen: ability to analyze spend, create cost models, quantify savings, and present ROI.
• Supplier performance management skills: scorecards, root-cause analysis, corrective action, and continuous improvement facilitation.
• Project management skills: plan and execute complex sourcing projects on time and within scope.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management: present to senior leadership, influence cross-functional teams, and manage supplier relationships.
• Proficiency with procurement and analytics tools (e.g. e-sourcing platforms, spend analytics, Excel advanced functions or similar).
• Ability to travel to multiple U.S. sites and supplier locations as required.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive change in a matrixed organization.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making under ambiguity and time constraints.
• Capacity to mentor and build capability within procurement and operations teams.
• Manage confidential and commercially sensitive information with integrity.

Physical Demands

• Constant sitting
• Seeing (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus)
• Frequent talking
• Occasional walking or moving throughout facility
• Standing

Working Conditions

• Constant minimal safety hazards
• General office working conditions

Additional Job Requirements

• Willing to consent to and pass a background check and drug screening.
• Willing to travel occasionally.
• Willing to work Monday-Friday (set schedule).
• Possess a customer-focused attitude, high level of professionalism, and discretion.

Culture Expectations

• Action-oriented: Self-motivated, problem solver, acts quickly and responds accordingly.
• Disciplined: Focused, follows through with dedication to high standards.
• Accountable: Takes ownership and responsibility for actions, both good and bad.
• Passionate: Enthusiastic about work and organization, brings commitment to tasks and teams.
• Trustworthy: Reliable and honest, builds confidence through integrity and consistent performance.