Associate Planner, Buyer

Xcel Energy

. Coordinate or execute material/service procurement and fulfillment activities .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeAmarillo • Colorado • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $58,700 - $90,967 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement strategies, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiation while ensuring adherence to sourcing policies and process improvement objectives. Proficient in analyzing requisitions and statistical data to identify cost-saving opportunities and enhance supply chain efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Procurement StrategiesSupplier Relationship ManagementContract NegotiationERP Systems ProficiencySupply Chain Management

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Hard Skills

PurchasingLogisticsContract KnowledgeNegotiationSourcingStatistical Data AnalysisProcess ImprovementInventory ManagementRFX Bid ManagementProject Management

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingOrganizational SkillsTeamworkCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeERP SystemsReporting ToolsComputer Information SystemsDatabases

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainMaterial ProcurementSupplier Performance TrackingConstruction Risk ManagementMaster Agreements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate or execute material/service procurement and fulfillment activities
Develop and implement procurement strategies to achieve cost, schedule, and quality goals
Manage inventory, scheduling coordination, supplier performance, and process improvement objectives
Analyze and process materials/services requisitions in ERP systems
Develop or manage RFX bid packages, bid evaluation, supplier selection, purchase orders, and contracts
Analyze and interpret statistical data and identify spend/savings opportunities
Partner with business units on purchase order and contract execution, review, analysis, and supplier performance tracking
Represent company interests during supplier/contractor negotiations and resolve or escalate issues
Build relationships with business-unit partners and suppliers and facilitate communication across Supply Chain stakeholders
Collaborate with suppliers to mitigate construction risk and manage job-site deliveries and material logistics
Monitor supplier activities, material orders, service contracts, deliveries, disposition, and returns
Ensure adherence to sourcing policies, procedures, documentation, and master agreements
Lead procurement issue resolution, supplier/customer dispute negotiations, and performance issue management at Planner Buyer level
Lead cross-functional teams for procurement events and ensure supply continuity for materials, equipment, and services
Train business-unit partners on Supply Chain processes as needed

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
Associate level: excellent problem solving, organizational, teamwork, and communication skills
Associate level: up to 10% travel and driver's license required
Associate level: proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems
Planner Buyer level: two years of purchasing, logistics, or other relevant supply chain experience
Planner Buyer level: contract and purchasing knowledge required
Planner Buyer level: strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
Planner Buyer level: up to 10% travel and driver's license required
Preferred: one year of Supply Chain related experience for Associate level
Basic contract knowledge, negotiation, and project management skills preferred
Experience with computer information systems, databases, reporting tools, or ERP platforms in a business environment preferred
Experience in plant or utility operations preferred
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent preferred
Planner Buyer level: procurement planning, negotiation, sourcing, and supplier relationships experience preferred

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
Hybrid work model supporting collaboration and flexibility
Opportunities to grow and expand skills
Meaningful rewards, recognition, and support