Sourcing Project Specialist

Xcel Energy; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 90.000 - 121.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Award

Health Care Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Limited-Purpose FSA

Transportation Reimbursement Account

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Center Reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Transit programs

Employee recognition program

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

Parental Leave

Zusammenfassung

Xcel Energy is seeking a seasoned Sourcing Project Specialist to lead high-value capital projects and negotiate critical supplier agreements. The role requires robust knowledge of sourcing, contract management, and project leadership across multiple internal stakeholders.

Hybrid work is supported with onsite days, travel up to 20%. The starting base pay ranges from $90,000 to $120,567 per year, with comprehensive benefits and incentive opportunities for eligible employees.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business, Finance or equivalent experience required.
• Requires five of purchasing, sourcing or logistics experience.
• Significant contract knowledge, negotiation and project management skills required.

Aufgaben

• SOURCING - Sources for high-value, complex goods and services in support of significant company projects (up to $50M). Leads the process for defining technical bid requirements and specifications and specialized terms and conditions required by individual capital projects.
• PROJECT MANAGEMENT - Creates and manages a project plan for the sourcing of goods and services and controls the necessary supply chain resources in support of the plan.
• NEGOTIATIONS - Develops negotiation strategies and leads negotiations representing company interests in major project purchases associated with capital projects.
• SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT - Establishes and oversees the process to track and monitor supplier performance, commitments and progress milestones to ensure full value of the project has been achieved.
• RISK CONTAINMENT - Applies understanding of underlying principles of contract law to administer all project contract agreements and contractual forms.
• MENTORING - Mentors associate project specialist in sourcing event management, negotiation strategy, program standardization, supplier management, project management and risk containment.

Kenntnisse

Purchasing experience

Sourcing experience

Logistics experience

Contract knowledge

Negotiation skills

Project management skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Relationship building

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business, Finance or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Purchasing systems

Jobbeschreibung

Xcel Energy(NASDAQ:XEL)is a leading energy providerand Fortune 500company,dedicated toserving millions ofelectricity andnaturalgascustomersacross eight states:Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota,New Mexicoand Texas.We make energy work better forourcustomers, 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.

Sourcing Project Specialist

Position Summary

Provides leadership and direction for large, complex projects. Develops negotiation strategies and leads negotiations with suppliers representing all internal stakeholders. Executes contracts and monitors supplier performance to optimize project success. Mentors, coaches and oversees development of associate sourcing project specialists.

Essential Responsibilities

• SOURCING - Sources for high-value, complex goods and services in support of significant company projects (up to $50M). Leads the process for defining technical bid requirements and specifications and specialized terms and conditions required by individual capital projects. Leads bidding events and bid evaluation teams to analyze proposals and award business. Seeks opportunities to consolidate sourcing activities to encourage supplier competition. Seeks opportunities for cost savings and cost avoidance
• PROJECT MANAGEMENT - Creates and manages a project plan for the sourcing of goods and services and controls the necessary supply chain resources in support of the plan. Interacts with business unit personnel to integrate the sourcing and business project plans. Maintains relationships with key business unit stakeholders and communicates sourcing project status. Establishes metrics for evaluating and documenting specific supplier services and contractual requirements and monitors performance.
• NEGOTIATIONS - Develops negotiation strategies and leads negotiations representing company interests in major project purchases associated with capital projects. Facilitates the resolution of disputes and contract adjustments with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT - Establishes and oversees the process to track and monitor supplier performance, commitments and progress milestones to ensure full value of the project has been achieved. Identifies opportunities in collaboration with a category manager to support project needs with key suppliers in alignment with category strategies. Manages tier I and II supplier relationships as assigned
• RISK CONTAINMENT - Applies understanding of underlying principles of contract law to administer all project contract agreements and contractual forms, Defines and manages the risk elements of the contract and assembles all necessary documentation for obtaining project-specific insurance. Limits company liability by ensuring all required documents and notices have been obtained and are satisfactory.
• MENTORING - Mentors associate project specialist in sourcing event management, negotiation strategy, program standardization, supplier management, project management and risk containment.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business, Finance or equivalent experience required.
• Requires five of purchasing, sourcing or logistics experience.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Significant contract knowledge, negotiation and project management skills required.
• Requires considerable knowledge and expertise in sourcing and supply chain management principles.
• Must pursue and maintain Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and significant experience with purchasing and sourcing systems is required.
• Must be results-oriented and customer focused.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship, and presentation skills are required.
• Up to 20% domestic travel is required.

Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.

Our Values

Connected, Committed, Trustworthy, Safe

Our Employee Commitments

• Work that makes a difference
• A team you can count of
• Opportunities to grow
• Rewards that help you thrive

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Non-Bargaining

Deadline to Apply: 11/06/26

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The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $90,000.00 to $120,567.00 per year

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Care Flexible Spending 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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