Strategic Category Manager: Supply Chain & Negotiations

Xcel Energy; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a Category Manager to develop and execute category sourcing strategies, align demands with contracts, and manage supplier performance. You will analyze market trends, lead negotiations, and support risk management initiatives across multiple spend categories.

The role offers a hybrid work model with travel up to 10% and a base pay range of $84,900 to $120,567 per year, reflecting market norms for this senior procurement function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, business, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Proficiency in contract formation, negotiation, and execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop category strategies aligned with stakeholder priorities.
• Analyze contracts and market trends to propose strategies.
• Coordinate sourcing events and evaluate suppliers.
• Lead supplier performance and drive cost improvements.
• Support risk management and contract negotiations.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Purchasing systems

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking a Category Manager to develop and execute category sourcing strategies, align demands with contracts, and manage supplier performance. You will analyze market trends, lead negotiations, and support risk management initiatives across multiple spend categories.

The role offers a hybrid work model with travel up to 10% and a base pay range of $84,900 to $120,567 per year, reflecting market norms for this senior procurement function.