Senior Category Manager

Job overview

The Senior Category Manager is an onsite role based in Amarillo, TX. The salary range is $97,600 to $138,600 per year, and the role supports Xcel Energy's supply chain and sourcing strategy. This role develops and executes enterprise-wide category and supplier management strategies. The manager leads cross-functional teams to optimize total cost of ownership, manages complex contract negotiations, and ensures supplier compliance for critical utility services including electric, gas, and engineering functions.

What you'll do

• Develops enterprise-wide category strategies
• leads strategic supplier performance management
• negotiates commercial terms and contracts
• manages contractor claims
• leads cross-functional project teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

amarillo tx

xcel energy

category manager

supply chain

sourcing

contract management

utility

$97k-$138k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Annual Incentive Program, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, pension, paid time off, tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

Requires up to 20% travel; experience managing categories with >$100M annual spend preferred.

About the employer

Xcel Energy is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services. Sector: 54.