Associate Engagement Manager

Xcel Energy

. Lead the deployment and maintenance of the Management Requirements and 4 Plays: Visualization, Performance Reviews, Problem-Solving, and Standardization .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-Level💰 $84,900 - $120,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading continuous improvement initiatives and managing projects with a focus on financial accountability and process optimization. Skilled in building relationships and effectively communicating across diverse teams and leadership levels.

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Continuous Improvement MethodologyChange ManagementProgram/Project ManagementFinancial ManagementProcess Expertise

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Hard Skills

Process AnalysisBudgetingForecastingMetrics TrackingCoachingFacilitationPDCA/A3 MethodologyStandardizationProblem-SolvingVisualization

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingEffective CommunicationAdaptabilityInfluencing OthersTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Rally RoomsOperating Boards

Industry Keywords

Business ProcessCross-Functional TeamLeadershipChange AdaptationBusiness Area Goals

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the deployment and maintenance of the Management Requirements and 4 Plays: Visualization, Performance Reviews, Problem-Solving, and Standardization
Drive the use of rally rooms and operating boards to standardize work
Utilize PDCA/A3 to drive continuous improvement based on business area goals
Provide process expertise and analysis through coaching and facilitation of teams
Act as a key liaison between business area leadership, shared services, and the One Way office
Communicate and report on the status of business area improvements
Establish collaborative working relationships from frontline staff through senior leadership
Lead continuous improvement projects using continuous improvement methodology
Support process-level metrics and accountability across process streams
Provide financial management of projects, including budgeting, forecasting, actuals tracking, and savings implications

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with at least 5 years related business experience
Change management and/or program/project management experience
Ability to build relationships and effectively communicate to a variety of audiences
Ability to analyze ambiguous/complex business scenarios
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence others
Ability to adapt to change quickly and work within a diverse, cross-functional team environment
Understanding of core business processes/industry trends with ability to interpret and react to ongoing changes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Incentive Program
Medical/Pharmacy Plan
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Health Care Flexible Spending 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
Hybrid work model supporting collaboration and flexibility
Reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process