Strategic Sourcing Leader, Supply Chain & Categories

University of Houston; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 156,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive program

Medical/ Pharmacy plan

Pension / 401(k)

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a strategic leader to oversee a group of sourcing categories, driving category management, supplier partnerships, and contract excellence. You will influence executives, forecast needs, and lead cross-functional efforts to deliver value and continuity in the supply base.

The role emphasizes talent development, process improvement, and innovative sourcing strategies, with a hybrid work model and travel up to 20% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, business, or another related technical/analytical field.
• A combination of ten years of supply chain and industry experience, including category management, supplier relationship management, sourcing, and contract management expertise.
• Minimum of two years of experience directly leading a team or equivalent experience directing workload and developing junior team members.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Driver's license and ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to promote strong category management skills, business acumen, and career development.
• Develop relationship as a trusted advisor to the business, connecting across Supply Chain to bring a holistic and efficient process to deliver supply continuity, value and innovation, and consistent service from suppliers.
• Mitigate cost, supply, financial, and other risks by ensuring processes are complied with and key terms and conditions are incorporated into agreements, with suppliers and business stakeholders educated and accountable to terms and procedures.
• Advance key processes and capabilities across category management. Collaborate across the team to drive efficiency while maintaining strong sourcing practices.
• Provide expert guidance oversight and collaboration with the supply chain team to build category and sourcing strategies. Generate and implement new ideas/ processes. Mentor and provide work oversight.

Skills

Category management

Sourcing

Contract management

Team leadership

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

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

MBA preferred

CPSM certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking a strategic leader to oversee a group of sourcing categories, driving category management, supplier partnerships, and contract excellence. You will influence executives, forecast needs, and lead cross-functional efforts to deliver value and continuity in the supply base.

The role emphasizes talent development, process improvement, and innovative sourcing strategies, with a hybrid work model and travel up to 20% as needed.