Sourcing Category Manager

Sourcing Category Manager, Pixii

Location: Singapore

• Lead and execute category sourcing strategies that directly support Pixii's competitiveness and growth
• Build and manage a high-performing supplier base across key material categories globally
• Drive cost efficiency, supply security, and commercial excellence across Pixii's procurement operations

About Pixii

Pixii develops modular battery energy storage systems that help customers improve grid utilisation, support electrification, and integrate renewable energy. Founded in Norway in 2018, Pixii has deployed more than 5,500 systems globally. The company combines expertise in power electronics, software, and energy management to deliver scalable solutions for utilities, EPCs, EV charging operators, and commercial & industrial customers.

The role

This is a strategic and operationally impactful sourcing role at the heart of Pixii's supply chain function.

As Sourcing Category Manager, you will own the development and execution of category strategies across Pixii's key material groups. Working closely with engineering, product, and project teams, you will ensure supply continuity, cost competitiveness, and supplier quality — directly enabling Pixii's ability to deliver battery energy storage solutions to customers worldwide.

You will:

• Develop and lead sourcing strategies for assigned material categories, aligned with business stakeholders and project teams across regions
• Manage supplier relationships and drive continuous improvement in quality, delivery performance, and commercial terms
• Conduct market investigations, benchmarking, and should-cost analysis to identify and realize cost reduction opportunities
• Evaluate and introduce new suppliers and technologies to optimize the supply base and reduce material costs
• Negotiate and manage supply agreements, framework agreements, and service contracts
• Deliver annual savings targets and improvements in payment terms in line with company objectives
• Collaborate with engineering, product management and quality functions on sourcing decisions for new product development and project requirements
• Maintain accurate supplier database, ECN and ERP system handling

What you will be measured on

• Delivery of annual savings targets and cost reduction initiatives
• Supplier performance and quality metrics across assigned categories
• Contract coverage and commercial terms achieved through negotiation
• Supply continuity and risk mitigation across the category portfolio
• Effectiveness of cross-functional collaboration with engineering, product management, SCM, quality and global project teams

Who we are looking for

You are a structured and commercially driven procurement professional with a strong track record in category management and supplier development. You combine analytical rigour with negotiation expertise and work effectively across functions in a fast-paced environment.

You bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain or a related field
• 8-10 years of sourcing and procurement experience, ideally in the electronics, electrical, or industrial manufacturing sector
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing category strategies, including market analysis, benchmarking, and should-cost modelling
• Experience with engineering projects, technical specifications, and supply chain contracting
• Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of delivering commercial outcomes
• Project management experience is an advantage
• Experience in renewable energy industry is an advantage

You are also:

• Analytical and structured, with strong attention to detail
• A confident communicator, comfortable engaging with suppliers and internal stakeholders at all levels
• Self-driven and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-growing environment
• A collaborative team player who builds strong cross-functional relationships
• Comfortable with frequent travel as required by the role

Languages:

• English (fluent, written and spoken)

Why join Pixii

• Play a key role in building and maturing Pixii's procurement function as the company scales globally
• Work at the intersection of technology, operations, and commercial strategy
• Be part of a fast-growing, international company with a genuine impact on the energy transition
• Exposure to a broad range of supplier markets and sourcing categories across hardware, software, and services

Practical details

Location: Singapore

Reporting line: Sourcing Director

Employment: Permanent, full-time

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Deadline for applications: 4 October 2026.

If this sounds like the right next step for you, please reach out confidentially to daisy.yang@pixii.com.

Ready to make an impact?

Pixii is an equal opportunity employer. We value diverse perspectives and believe they lead to better decisions and stronger outcomes.

All applications will be handled confidentially.