Senior Category Manager, Construction Services (Hybrid)

Xcel Energy Services Inc; Minneapolis (MN); Híbrido; USD 112.000 - 159.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Pension

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Xcel Energy is seeking a Principal Category Manager - Construction Services in Minnesota. You will lead cross-functional teams to drive category strategies, conduct spend analysis, and negotiate critical supplier contracts. The role emphasizes risk management, supplier performance, and collaboration across legal and security teams.

Hybrid work model with onsite presence required 2–3 days weekly; travel up to 20%. MBA and CPSM are preferred; strong governance and compliance focus is expected.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or related field.
• Eight years of supply chain and industry experience including category management, supplier relationship management, sourcing, and contract management.
• Five years of experience leading complex contract negotiations and project management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience with purchasing/sourcing systems.

Responsabilidades

• Lead development and implementation of enterprise-wide category strategies.
• Conduct spend and cost analysis and develop strategies to maximize value.
• Negotiate with critical suppliers to meet business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with supplier programs and manage risk mitigation.
• Lead supplier relationship management for top suppliers and monitor performance.

Conocimientos

Sourcing leadership

Category management

Supplier relationship management

Contract management

Negotiation

Project management

Microsoft Office Suite

Educación

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain management or related field

MBA (preferred)

CPSM or equivalent certification (preferred)

Herramientas

Purchasing systems

Purchasing and sourcing software

Descripción del empleo

Xcel Energy is seeking a Principal Category Manager - Construction Services in Minnesota. You will lead cross-functional teams to drive category strategies, conduct spend analysis, and negotiate critical supplier contracts. The role emphasizes risk management, supplier performance, and collaboration across legal and security teams.

Hybrid work model with onsite presence required 2–3 days weekly; travel up to 20%. MBA and CPSM are preferred; strong governance and compliance focus is expected.