Material Operations Manager

Xcel Energy Services Inc; United States; On-site; USD 98,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a Material Operations Manager to lead and manage field Supply Chain operations across multiple locations, including storerooms, delivery operations, and inventory management. You will ensure material readiness for capital and O&M work plans, and serve as a regional leader supporting outage response and storeroom readiness.

Qualified candidates have a Bachelor's in business, supply chain, or related field and 6+ years in storeroom/logistics, plus 3+ years of supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, logistics, or related field.
• 6+ years' progressive storeroom/logistics or supply chain operations experience.
• 3+ years supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Familiarity with SAP ERP, inventory controls, and material planning processes.
• Experience supporting field operations and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Manage day-to-day material operations, including storeroom performance, inventory practices, and logistics coordination.
• Team and Workforce Development: Supervise and develop a team of supervisors, union personnel, and logistics staff across multiple sites.
• Customer and Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary contact for field operations, contractors, and engineering partners.
• Compliance and Continuous Improvement: Maintain compliance with SOX, FERC, and audit requirements; lead improvement projects to enhance service and inventory accuracy.

Skills

Storeroom ops

Supply chain ops

Supervisory experience

SAP ERP

Inventory controls

Material planning

Cross-functional collab

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain/Logistics or related field

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

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

• Ability to travel to various plants across state of Colorado, up to 25%.
• Experience working with Bargaining Employees.

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at [e-mail].

Non-Bargaining

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

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

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

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Deadline to Apply: 09/29/26

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