Associate Planner, Buyer

Xcel Energy

Associate Planner Buyer coordinating material procurement at Xcel Energy. Focused on supply chain processes and supplier management in varied locations.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeHenderson • Colorado, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $58,700 - $90,967 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in material and service procurement, supply chain management, and strategic sourcing. Proficient in negotiation, problem-solving, and utilizing ERP systems to enhance operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supply Chain ManagementProcurement StrategiesNegotiation SkillsERP Systems ProficiencyCertified Professional in Supply Management

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Hard Skills

Material ProcurementSupplier Performance ManagementProcess ImprovementRFX Bid ManagementContract Knowledge

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingOrganizational SkillsTeamworkCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeERP Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Professional in Supply Management

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain ProcessesInventory ManagementScheduling CoordinationPlant OperationsUtility Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute and coordinate material/service procurement & fulfillment activities.
Implement procurement strategies to achieve cost, schedule, and quality goals.
Support and align with inventory management, scheduling coordination, supplier performance management, and process improvement objectives.
Lead material/service procurement issues resolution, negotiate Supplier/customer disputes, and address performance issues.
Work with BU to ensure early demand visibility of planned projects and communicate sourcing & category strategy.
Ensure material/service fulfillment requirements are met through Supply Chain processes.
Participate in sourcing strategy development in collaboration with sourcing, BU, and category teams.
Manage RFX bid packages for regional category buys and small projects, utilizing Category Plan and approved Suppliers as per Sourcing Strategy.
Analyze materials/services requisitions to determine if fulfillment exists or is needed from Sourcing department.
Process requisitions in ERP system in alignment with established procedures.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, technical/analytical field, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent preferred.
Excellent problem solving, organizational, teamwork, and communication skills.
Up to 10% travel; driver's license required.
Preferred: one year of Supply Chain related experience.
Experience in plant or utility operations preferred.
Basic contract knowledge, negotiation, and project management skills preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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