Category Manager

Job overview

Category Manager is listed in Denver, CO. Compensation is $84,900–$120,567 annually. Xcel Energy provides electricity and natural gas to customers across eight states and supports reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy. The manager develops and coordinates sourcing strategies that align supply markets and supplier performance with business priorities. The role supports category value, contract compliance, risk mitigation, and collaboration between supply chain and business stakeholders.

What you'll do

• Analyze contracts, supply and demand, market trends, and supplier risk
• recommend category strategies
• coordinate sourcing events and supplier selection
• support supplier relationship management and performance scorecards
• assist with negotiations and contract administration
• monitor purchasing compliance
• coordinate dispute resolution and contract adjustments
• support risk management and category project plans.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

category manager

category strategy

strategic sourcing

supplier performance

contract management

supply chain

risk mitigation

negotiation

denver co

xcel energy

up to 10% travel

$84,900–$120,567 annually

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Annual incentive program
• medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision
• life insurance
• disability
• HSA and FSA options
• tuition reimbursement
• pension and 401(k)
• paid time off, holidays, volunteer time off, and parental leave.

Why this role

Anticipated starting base pay is $84,900–$120,567 per year. Up to 10% travel is required; the role requires three years of supply chain experience.

About the employer

Xcel Energy is hiring for this role. Industry: Electric Power Distribution. Sector: 22.