Xcel Energy · 15 hours ago
Senior Capital Project Sourcing Specialist, Supply Chain
Twin Cities Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$83K/yr - $156K/yr
8+ years expXcel Energy is a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, seeking a Senior Capital Project Sourcing Specialist to lead and execute large-scale engineering, procurement, and construction contract project sourcing strategies. The role involves managing contract negotiations, supplier performance, and risk mitigation while ensuring successful project execution.
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Responsibilities
Execute contracting and procurement strategy/tactics for large-scale capital projects ($250M+), sourcing for high value, complex goods and services. Develop should cost models and project justifications. Lead the process to define technical bid requirements, specifications, and specialized terms & conditions. Execute bidding events. Lead bid evaluation teams to analyze proposals and award business. Coordinate with Category Management to leverage scale for recurring purchase opportunities and value capture
Apply expert contract knowledge, diligence, and integration of all contract components to ensure efficient project delivery management. Lead the development, refinement, and application of the project delivery contracting strategy for assigned projects. Ensure invoices have proper supporting documentation and payment is not in excess of materials delivered or value of work completed. Manage contractor training and compliance with corporate policies and procedures
Lead complex negotiations with a team on contracts representing company interests in purchases associated with large-scale capital projects. Analyze, verify, and negotiate modifications, changes, or additional work orders that were not part of the original contract or purchase scope. Independently resolve complex disputes and contract adjustments with critical suppliers and internal stakeholders
Create and manage project plans for sourcing goods and services. Integrate sourcing and business project plans to develop enterprise-wide standardization of technology and equipment specifications. Deepen relationships with stakeholders and communicate sourcing project status to senior leadership. Execute post award contract management plans, including KPI development. Review with suppliers that contractor commitments and progress milestones are tracked in accordance with contractual terms & conditions and full project value is achieved
Lead post award contract management plans. Manage supplier performance to ensure commitments and progress milestones are met. Collaborate with Category Managers to support project needs in alignment with category strategies. Manage critical supplier relationships
Develop and lead capital project risk management strategies. Apply expert contract law knowledge to administer project contract agreements and contractual forms. Manage contract risk and assemble documentation to obtain project specific insurance. Limit company liability by ensuring proper documentation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business, related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Requires eight years of purchasing or sourcing experience, including construction project contract experience
Expert contract knowledge, including regulatory and tax implications
Expert negotiation and project management skills required
Requires advanced expertise in sourcing and supply chain management principles
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% travel; driver's license required
Preferred
Utility industry experience
Contract administration related to construction services
EPC Construction contracting experience
MBA and Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) or other supply chain certification strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business, related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
MBA and Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification or other supply chain certification preferred
Requires five years of procurement or sourcing experience, including some construction project contract experience
Significant contract knowledge and negotiation skills required
Requires considerable knowledge and expertise in sourcing and supply chain management principles
Strong project management skills required
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
Company
Xcel Energy
Xcel Energy is an electric and natural gas energy company that offers a portfolio of energy-related products and services to customers.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.39BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyBreakthrough Energy Ventures
2024-11-04Post Ipo Equity· $1.2B
2023-10-18Grant· $100M
2023-09-22Grant· $70M
Leadership Team
Robert Frenzel
Chairman, President and CEO
Tim Peterson
CIO/CTO
Recent News
2025-12-27
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