Planner Buyer / Associate Planner Buyer

Xcel Energy•Henderson, CO

19h•$70,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for. Position Summary Coordinate materials/services procurement and fulfillment activities. Develop and implement local procurement strategies to achieve cost, schedule, and quality goals. Achieve inventory management, scheduling coordination, supplier management, and process improvement objectives. Support Planning and Purchasing organization as required. This position can be filled at either the Associate level or Planner Buyer level. Candidates will be aligned to the appropriate level based on qualifications. Essential Responsibilities Analyze materials/services requisitions to determine if fulfillment exists or is needed from Sourcing department. Process requisitions in ERP system in alignment with established procedures. Utilize master agreements and ensure material/service fulfillment aligns with category strategy. Receive mentorship and guidance from Planner Buyers and Sr Planner Buyers. Develop RFX bid packages for category buys and projects, with mentorship from Planner Buyers or Sr Planner Buyers. Assist with bid evaluation, analysis, and supplier selection. Identify spend/savings opportunities and assist with the development of Purchase Orders and contracts with approved suppliers in line with category strategy. Analyze and interpret statistical data. Partner with Planner Buyer/BU in PO/contract execution, creation, review, analysis, and supplier performance tracking. Represent company interests with suppliers/contractors during terms and conditions negotiations. Advise business in problem solving. Resolve or escalate issues to Sr. Planner Buyer or Supervisor. Develop relationships with BU partners to ensure understanding of business process. Ensure supply needs and field location questions are met. Facilitate communication between suppliers, BU partners, and Supply Chain staff. Collaborate with suppliers to mitigate construction risk for late materials. Manage logistics of job site deliveries. Basic understanding of use, form, fit, and function of materials. Train BU partners on Supply Chain processes as needed. Develop supplier relationships and provide timely response to questions. Utilize reporting tools and analysis to support material delivery, disposition, and returns. Monitor supplier activities and collaborate with Planning & Purchasing to improve the supplier relationship. May contribute to formal supplier performance meetings and lead continuous improvement efforts. Ensure adherence to sourcing policies, procedures, and maintenance of documentation and records. Drive demand to existing master agreements when possible. Partner with logistics staff and ensure efficient use of inventory and critical direct ship items. Monitor status of material orders/service contracts and expedite deliveries to meet schedule commitments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, technical/analytical field, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent preferred.
Excellent problem solving, organizational, teamwork, and communication skills.
Up to 10% travel; driver's license required.
Three years of purchasing, logistics, or other relevant supply chain experience.
Contract and purchasing knowledge required.
Procurement planning, negotiation, sourcing, and supplier relationships experience preferred.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

one year of Supply Chain related experience.
Experience in plant or utility operations preferred.
Basic contract knowledge, negotiation, and project management skills preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
Experience in plant or utility operations preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate materials/services procurement and fulfillment activities.
Develop and implement local procurement strategies to achieve cost, schedule, and quality goals.
Achieve inventory management, scheduling coordination, supplier management, and process improvement objectives.
Support Planning and Purchasing organization as required.
Analyze materials/services requisitions to determine if fulfillment exists or is needed from Sourcing department.
Process requisitions in ERP system in alignment with established procedures.
Utilize master agreements and ensure material/service fulfillment aligns with category strategy.
Receive mentorship and guidance from Planner Buyers and Sr Planner Buyers.
Develop RFX bid packages for category buys and projects, with mentorship from Planner Buyers or Sr Planner Buyers.
Assist with bid evaluation, analysis, and supplier selection.
Identify spend/savings opportunities and assist with the development of Purchase Orders and contracts with approved suppliers in line with category strategy.
Analyze and interpret statistical data.
Partner with Planner Buyer/BU in PO/contract execution, creation, review, analysis, and supplier performance tracking.
Represent company interests with suppliers/contractors during terms and conditions negotiations.
Advise business in problem solving.
Resolve or escalate issues to Sr. Planner Buyer or Supervisor.
Develop relationships with BU partners to ensure understanding of business process.
Ensure supply needs and field location questions are met.
Facilitate communication between suppliers, BU partners, and Supply Chain staff.
Collaborate with suppliers to mitigate construction risk for late materials.
Manage logistics of job site deliveries.
Basic understanding of use, form, fit, and function of materials.
Train BU partners on Supply Chain processes as needed.
Develop supplier relationships and provide timely response to questions.
Utilize reporting tools and analysis to support material delivery, disposition, and returns.
Monitor supplier activities and collaborate with Planning & Purchasing to improve the supplier relationship.
May contribute to formal supplier performance meetings and lead continuous improvement efforts.
Ensure adherence to sourcing policies, procedures, and maintenance of documentation and records.
Drive demand to existing master agreements when possible.
Partner with logistics staff and ensure efficient use of inventory and critical direct ship items.
Monitor status of material orders/service contracts and expedite deliveries to meet schedule commitments.