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.

Position Summary

Own the Supply Chain governance operating model (principles, decision rights, stage‑gates, and standards) and the maturity roadmap. Run cross‑pillar intake and prioritization (Technology & Analytics, PMO, GRC); define governance KPIs and benefits realization; chair the Governance Council; and craft the leadership narrative and cadence that align BUs and field operations to enterprise objectives.

Essential Responsibilities

• Design, publish, and evolve the Governance Framework (principles, RACI, stage‑gates, approval thresholds).

• Run demand intake and quarterly prioritization; maintain a transparent, value/risk/feasibility rubric.

• Define governance KPIs and a benefits ledger; publish monthly/quarterly reporting with Finance/PMO.

• Chair Governance Council and adjudicate exceptions; manage escalation paths and decision logs.

• Set standards for process design, documentation, role/permission models, and training artifacts; own repository hygiene policy (partners execute updates).

• Lead the strategic communications narrative and partner with Change to manage adoption and change saturation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.

• 8–10+ years of experience in supply chain strategy, operating model design, governance, transformation, or cross functional program leadership.

• Proven success structuring governance frameworks, prioritization models, or enterprise operating models.

• Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders across the business.

• Experience working with cross functional initiatives involving technology, data, process design, or large scale operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated industry (energy, utilities, aerospace, critical infrastructure, public sector).

• Management consulting experience (internal or external), especially in: operating model design and governance frameworks

• enterprise strategy or transformation programs

• Familiarity with S2P, ERP, or CLM processes.

• Prosci/ADKAR, PMP/Agile, Lean Six Sigma, or comparable certifications.

• Experience with portfolio governance, benefits realization, or PMO processes.

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 recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $130,000.00 to $159,400.00 per year

This position is eligible for the following 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: 04/21/26

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