Supply Chain Sourcing Manager - Control Panels & Automation Systems

ON.energy is building the backbone of energy and AI infrastructure powering grid-safe data centers and mission-critical facilities. The company supplies and operates hyperscale power systems that solve the toughest resilience challenges, delivering custom solutions for AI data centers, mission-critical facilities, and front-of-the-meter assets. ON recently announced a 5GW partnership, with 3GW currently under construction across multiple hyperscale data center campuses. With patented technology and proprietary software, ON.energy develops projects worldwide that set new benchmarks for resilience. Prefer EST or CST work location (Remote) Supply Chain Sourcing Manager – Control Panels & Automation Systems The Supply Chain Sourcing Manager – Control Panels & Automation Systems is responsible for planning, sourcing, purchasing, logistics, and supplier management across industrial control panels, automation hardware, electrical enclosures, communications equipment, and associated balance-of-system components. This role focuses on ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and high-quality delivery of control system hardware that enables ON.energy's power infrastructure deployments. The role partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Finance, and Quality to align supply chain strategy with business objectives and support safe, reliable, and scalable deployments. Category-Specific Responsibilities – Control Panels & Automation Systems Source and Manage Procurement of Control Panel Systems Lead sourcing and procurement activities for: UL 508A industrial control panels Custom panel assemblies and fabricated enclosures PLCs and automation controllers Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) Protection relays and control relays Industrial Ethernet switches and communications equipment Industrial computers and edge devices Sensors, instrumentation, and field devices Wiring, terminal blocks, power supplies, and panel accessories Develop and manage relationships with: Control panel fabricators and contract manufacturers Automation and controls OEMs Electrical distributors and channel partners Communications and networking equipment suppliers Partner with Engineering on Technical Requirements Support sourcing and supplier selection for equipment including: PLC and automation platforms Industrial networking infrastructure SCADA and remote monitoring systems Protection and control systems UL, NEC, utility, and customer compliance requirements Product lifecycle management and obsolescence planning Contract Negotiation and Commercial Management Negotiate supply agreements covering pricing, lead times, warranties, inventory programs, and service support. Establish strategic relationships with key panel fabricators and automation suppliers. Secure manufacturing capacity and production slots for critical projects. Manage commercial risks, escalation clauses, and supplier performance commitments. Develop framework agreements to support rapid scaling and repeatable deployments. Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Develop and execute sourcing strategies for control panels, automation equipment, and electrical components. Lead supplier qualification, RFQs, RFPs, negotiations, and contracting activities. Drive cost optimization through design standardization, volume aggregation, and total cost of ownership analysis. Support new product introductions and manufacturing scale-up initiatives. Evaluate alternative suppliers and sourcing strategies to improve resiliency and reduce lead-time risk. Supplier Relationship Management Build and maintain strategic relationships with panel fabricators, automation OEMs, and key component suppliers. Conduct supplier performance reviews focused on quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost. Lead supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives. Support supplier audits, manufacturing assessments, and qualification efforts. Drive corrective actions and recovery plans when supplie…