Material Operations Manager

Xcel Energy Services Inc; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

Health Care Reimbursement Account

Health Savings Account

Limited-Purpose FSA

Transportation Reimbursement Account

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Center Reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Transit programs

Employee recognition program

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Volunteer Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

Xcel Energy is hiring a Material Operations Manager to oversee field storerooms, inventory, and logistics across multiple sites. You will drive material readiness for capital and O&M work, lead supervisors and union staff, and coordinate with field operations, contractors, and engineering teams.

Emphasis on safety, compliance, and process improvement. Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s in a related field, 6+ years in storeroom/logistics, 3+ years of leadership, and strong SAP ERP experience to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field; or equivalent combination of experience.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in storeroom/logistics or supply chain operations.
• 3+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Familiarity with SAP ERP, inventory controls, and material planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day material operations across multiple sites, ensuring material availability for capital and O&M work plans.
• Supervise and develop supervisors, union personnel, and logistics staff; promote safety and accountability.
• Act as primary contact for field operations, contractors, and engineering partners; provide transparency on readiness and delivery status.
• Ensure SOX, FERC, and audit compliance; lead continuous improvement to reduce costs and improve accuracy.

Skills

Storeroom operations

Logistics leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety and compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field

Tools

SAP ERP

Inventory planning

Job description

Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas. We make energy work better for our customers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar - delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy. Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond. Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best. Xcel Energy supports a hybrid work model to enable collaboration and flexibility. Many roles are expected to work onsite three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday); however, work location expectations vary based on role, team, and business needs.

Material Operations Manager Position Summary:

Lead and manage field Supply Chain operations across multiple locations, including storerooms, delivery operations, and inventory management. Ensure effective execution of material flow, customer service, and supply chain integrity while maintaining compliance with corporate policies and regulatory standards. Serve as a regional leader supporting field operations, outage response, and storeroom readiness.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership: Manage day-to-day material operations, including storeroom performance, inventory practices, and logistics coordination. Ensure material availability for capital and O&M work plans, collaborating with field leadership and Sourcing teams
• Team and Workforce Development: Supervise and develop a team of supervisors, union personnel, and logistics staff across multiple sites. Promote a culture of safety, performance accountability, and skill-building.
• Customer and Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary contact for field operations, contractors, and engineering partners. Provide transparency into material readiness, storeroom metrics, and delivery status.
• Compliance and Continuous Improvement: Maintain compliance with SOX, FERC, and audit requirements. Lead improvement projects that enhance service, reduce cost, or improve inventory accuracy. Use data and metrics to monitor storeroom performance and implement standard processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field; or equivalent combination of experience.
• 6 or more years of progressive experience in storeroom/logistics or supply chain operations.
• 3 or more years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Familiarity with SAP ERP, inventory controls, and material planning processes.
• Demonstrated success supporting field operations and cross-functional collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with Bargaining Employees

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Our Values:

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Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $97,600.00 to $138,600.00 per year

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Annual Incentive Program
• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
• Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA)
• Transportation Reimbursement Account
• Short-term disability (STD)
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Transit programs
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
• Parental Leave

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At Xcel Energy, we’re more than an energy company. We’re reinventing how we power communities. Redefining how we care for customers. Reaffirming our commitment to the planet. We’re committed to leading with equity and inclusion. You’re not waiting for change – you’re creating it. You’re driven to protect the environment, support your community, and seek innovation. You want a career that grows with you and an employer who values you. You are reliable, trustworthy and bring integrity to everything you do. We are leading the way in clean energy. We’re using technology and innovation in every facet of our company. We’re providing safe, stable jobs with robust benefits. We keep our customers at the center of all we do. We’re committed to hiring a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can provide carbon-free electricity by 2050. Together, we can take care of the environment and our communities. Together, we can create a place where everyone belongs. Together we’re building a better tomorrow.