Category Manager - Lighting

Rosendin•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more. Why Rosendin? Committed. Innovative. Engaged. If you’re looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best.  As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder! Your Next Opportunity The Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing procurement category strategies for Lighting Fixtures, Lighting Control Systems, and Emergency Lighting Inverter Systems. This role ensures alignment with project specifications, cost objectives, quality standards, constructability requirements, and project schedules. The position focuses on achieving best value while improving efficiency throughout the procurement lifecycle—from estimating and bid support through contract execution and project closeout. The Category Manager will leverage industry expertise to optimize supplier relationships, reduce risk, and drive continuous improvement across procurement processes. As a subject matter expert in the lighting industry, this role serves as a trusted advisor to estimating, procurement, and project teams by providing technical guidance, market insight, and strategic support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field.
Minimum 7 years of procurement experience within the electrical construction industry .
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant industry experience will also be considered.
Strong knowledge of the electrical construction industry, particularly lighting fixtures, lighting control systems, and emergency lighting inverter systems.
Demonstrated experience developing procurement strategies, sourcing plans, and negotiation strategies.
Experience performing market analysis including supplier landscape evaluation, pricing trends, and supply risk assessment.
Proven experience negotiating supplier contracts and commercial agreements.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate effectively across procurement, estimating, and project operations.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated experience developing project plans including scope, cost estimates, schedule milestones, and risk mitigation strategies.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, project plans, and specifications.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Bluebeam and Adobe tools.
Self-motivated with strong initiative and the ability to communicate complex ideas and processes clearly.

Nice To Haves

Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), or equivalent procurement certification preferred.
Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) Certification or Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Category Strategy & Market Intelligence Develop and implement category management strategies for Lighting Fixtures, Lighting Control Systems, and Emergency Lighting Inverter Systems to achieve financial value and improve Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
Lead cross-functional teams in evaluating category spend, supplier landscape, and market conditions to identify consolidation and strategic sourcing opportunities.
Monitor global supply markets including pricing trends, supplier capacity, emerging technologies, and industry developments.
Communicate relevant market insights and supply chain risks to internal stakeholders and adjust strategies accordingly.
Proactively challenge existing procurement, estimating, and cost tracking practices to improve operational performance and financial outcomes.
Strategic Sourcing & Contracting Develop sourcing strategies, RFPs, and bid packages that align with company objectives and project requirements.
Lead negotiations with strategic suppliers to secure favorable commercial and technical terms.
Develop regional and national contracts that deliver optimal commercial value while minimizing supply chain risk.
Negotiate and review NDAs, contracts, and supplier agreements in collaboration with internal stakeholders and legal teams.
Supplier Relationship Management Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and manufacturers to drive long-term value and collaboration.
Implement supplier performance management programs including KPIs, scorecards, and regular business reviews.
Lead national business reviews with strategic suppliers to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and performance expectations.
Identify performance gaps, conduct root cause analysis, and drive corrective action plans with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Project & Estimating Support Support estimating and project teams with procurement strategies, pricing insight, and supplier engagement for lighting-related scopes.
Review project documentation, plans, specifications, and estimating takeoffs related to lighting systems to ensure scope accuracy prior to supplier solicitation.
Perform technical and commercial evaluation of supplier proposals to ensure best value and risk mitigation.
Identify specified manufacturers and determine the most effective procurement strategy to maximize competitiveness and probability of project award.
Process Improvement & Organizational Support Assess current procurement processes and identify opportunities for improvement, standardization, or technology adoption.
Develop implementation plans for category strategies and coordinate execution with stakeholders across the organization.
Lead change management initiatives supporting procurement transformation and organizational growth.
Build strong internal and external networks to support knowledge sharing, collaboration, and innovation.