Associate Sourcing Project Specialist / Sourcing Project Specialist

Xcel Energy

Welch, MN

Full Time

Posted October 15, 2026

$74k - $105k

Utilities

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Listing evidence and provenance

Source: Workday View original listing
Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 16, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Utilities
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

Job Description

Position Summary Provides sourcing direction and performs sourcing activities and leverages supply chain resources to effectively support projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business, Finance or equivalent experience required.
Requires three plus years of supply chain experience or five plus years experience in company operations with significant exposure to supply chain processes.
Basic contract knowledge, negotiation and project management skills required.
Willing and able to pursue Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent.
Must be results-oriented and customer focused. Strong interpersonal and relationship skills are required.
Up to 10% domestic travel is required.
Associate Sourcing Project Specialist is an entry level role incorporating a two year developmental plan that, upon completion, will allow for promotional consideration to Sourcing Project Specialist. Failure to complete the developmental plan within two years can result in removal from the position.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and experience with purchasing and sourcing systems strongly preferred.
SAP COUPA experience
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business, Finance or equivalent experience required.
Requires five of purchasing, sourcing or logistics experience.
Project management experience is a plus.
Significant contract knowledge, negotiation and project management skills required.
Requires considerable knowledge and expertise in sourcing and supply chain management principles.
Must pursue and maintain Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification or equivalent.
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% domestic travel is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and experience with purchasing and sourcing systems strongly preferred.
SAP COUPA experience
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