Director of Strategic Sourcing Jobs in Colorado
Director of Strategic Sourcing jobs in Colorado are concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, technology, healthcare systems, and federal contracting, with demand running from senior manager to C-suite across the Front Range. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder account for the largest share of openings, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and UCHealth maintain significant procurement and supply chain operations. Category management, supplier diversity, and contracts optimization for government and commercial sectors are the most in-demand specialties for the role in Colorado. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas. We make energy work better for our customers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar - delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy.
Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond. Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best.
Xcel Energy supports a hybrid work model to enable collaboration and flexibility. Many roles are expected to work onsite three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday); however, work location expectations vary based on role, team, and business needs.
Mgr, Strategic Supply Chain Sourcing
Position Summary:
The Manager of Strategic Supply Chain Sourcing will provide sourcing leadership and direction for a group of categories and category management team members, championing collaboration with business leaders to forecast needs, assess markets, and manage the supply base. Influences stakeholders and effectively communicates with executives to earn a role as a trusted advisor to business leaders and Supply Chain executive leadership, building strong relationships and integrating goals across functions. This leader shapes category management strategies, leads category team and cross functional teams to drive successful project and category outcomes/results, resolves escalated supplier issues, promotes innovation and supplier partnership, and leads highly complex contract negotiations as needed. Focuses on growing organization talent and builds top performing teams through fostering an inclusive, solution-oriented culture and facilitating meaningful personal and professional developmental opportunities for the team.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Lead the team to promote strong category management skills, business acumen, and career development.
- Develop relationship as a trusted advisor to the business, connecting across Supply Chain to bring a holistic and efficient process to deliver supply continuity, value and innovation, and consistent service from suppliers.
- Mitigate cost, supply, financial, and other risks by insuring processes are complied with and key terms and conditions are incorporated into agreements, with suppliers and business stakeholders educated and accountable to terms and procedures.
- Advance key processes and capabilities across category management. Collaborate across the team to drive efficiency while maintaining strong sourcing practices. Lead initiatives across the team to optimize and adhere to processes.
- Provide expert guidance oversight and collaboration with the supply chain team to build category and sourcing strategies. Generate and implement new ideas/ processes. Mentor and provide work oversight.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, business, or another related technical/analytical field.
- A combination of ten years of supply chain and industry experience, including category management, supplier relationship management, sourcing, and contract management expertise.
- Minimum of two years of experience directly leading a team or equivalent experience directing workload and developing junior team members.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Driver’s license and ability to travel up to 20%.
Preferred Requirements:
- Masters of Business Administration (MBA) preferred
- Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) preferred
Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.
Our Values
Connected, Committed, Trustworthy, Safe
Our Employee Commitments
- Work that makes a difference
- A team you can count of
- Opportunities to grow
- Rewards that help you thrive
Xcel Energy provides job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $156,101.00 to $183,200.00 per year
This position is eligible for the following benefits: 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
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Deadline to Apply: 11/05/26
EEO is the Law (PDF) | Equal Opportunity Statement (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.
Accessibility Statement
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com and https://jobs.xcelenergy.com accessible to any and all users. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form. For any other application related questions, including application follow-ups or technical issues, please use our Recruiting Assistance, Electra, for assistance. Electra can be found in the lower right-hand corner of our Xcel Energy Careers site.
Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas. We make energy work better for our customers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar - delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy.
Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond. Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best.
Xcel Energy supports a hybrid work model to enable collaboration and flexibility. Many roles are expected to work onsite three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday); however, work location expectations vary based on role, team, and business needs.
Mgr, Strategic Supply Chain Sourcing
Position Summary:
The Manager of Strategic Supply Chain Sourcing will provide sourcing leadership and direction for a group of categories and category management team members, championing collaboration with business leaders to forecast needs, assess markets, and manage the supply base. Influences stakeholders and effectively communicates with executives to earn a role as a trusted advisor to business leaders and Supply Chain executive leadership, building strong relationships and integrating goals across functions. This leader shapes category management strategies, leads category team and cross functional teams to drive successful project and category outcomes/results, resolves escalated supplier issues, promotes innovation and supplier partnership, and leads highly complex contract negotiations as needed. Focuses on growing organization talent and builds top performing teams through fostering an inclusive, solution-oriented culture and facilitating meaningful personal and professional developmental opportunities for the team.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Lead the team to promote strong category management skills, business acumen, and career development.
- Develop relationship as a trusted advisor to the business, connecting across Supply Chain to bring a holistic and efficient process to deliver supply continuity, value and innovation, and consistent service from suppliers.
- Mitigate cost, supply, financial, and other risks by insuring processes are complied with and key terms and conditions are incorporated into agreements, with suppliers and business stakeholders educated and accountable to terms and procedures.
- Advance key processes and capabilities across category management. Collaborate across the team to drive efficiency while maintaining strong sourcing practices. Lead initiatives across the team to optimize and adhere to processes.
- Provide expert guidance oversight and collaboration with the supply chain team to build category and sourcing strategies. Generate and implement new ideas/ processes. Mentor and provide work oversight.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, business, or another related technical/analytical field.
- A combination of ten years of supply chain and industry experience, including category management, supplier relationship management, sourcing, and contract management expertise.
- Minimum of two years of experience directly leading a team or equivalent experience directing workload and developing junior team members.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Driver’s license and ability to travel up to 20%.
Preferred Requirements:
- Masters of Business Administration (MBA) preferred
- Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) preferred
Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.
Our Values
Connected, Committed, Trustworthy, Safe
Our Employee Commitments
- Work that makes a difference
- A team you can count of
- Opportunities to grow
- Rewards that help you thrive
Xcel Energy provides job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $156,101.00 to $183,200.00 per year
This position is eligible for the following benefits: 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
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Deadline to Apply: 11/05/26
EEO is the Law (PDF) | Equal Opportunity Statement (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.
Accessibility Statement
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com and https://jobs.xcelenergy.com accessible to any and all users. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form. For any other application related questions, including application follow-ups or technical issues, please use our Recruiting Assistance, Electra, for assistance. Electra can be found in the lower right-hand corner of our Xcel Energy Careers site.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of strategic sourcing jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field required by most employers
- Seven or more years of progressive sourcing or procurement experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional sourcing teams and category management programs
- Experience with government or defense contracting and Federal Acquisition Regulation compliance
- Proficiency in ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or Coupa for strategic procurement
- CPSM, CIPS, or equivalent professional sourcing certification valued by Colorado employers
Director of Strategic Sourcing Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a director of strategic sourcing in Colorado?
Colorado does not require a state-issued license to work as a director of strategic sourcing, so the path runs through education and credentials. Most Colorado employers expect a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field, and many prefer candidates with an MBA. Earning a Certified Professional in Supply Management designation through the Institute for Supply Management strengthens candidacy, and several years in category management or strategic procurement roles builds the foundation needed to reach director level.
Which companies hire director of strategic sourcings in Colorado?
Colorado director of strategic sourcing roles are posted by CRUSOE, Frontier Airlines, and EchoStar and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace, defense, and large healthcare systems means many openings require familiarity with government contracting or regulated-industry procurement.
Which Colorado cities have the most director of strategic sourcing jobs?
Denver, Arvada, and Aurora have the most director of strategic sourcing openings in Colorado. Denver drives the largest volume because of its headquarters density across technology, healthcare, and energy, while Colorado Springs and Boulder draw openings from the area's aerospace, defense, and research institutions, including major government contractors and university-affiliated organizations.
Are there remote director of strategic sourcing jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than many senior roles, since strategic sourcing work centers on analysis, vendor negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration that translate well to remote or hybrid arrangements. About 100% of director of strategic sourcing openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility at the director level. Supplier relationship management and category strategy development are the functions most commonly performed off-site.
How can I get hired as a director of strategic sourcing in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from a procurement analyst or sourcing specialist role within a large Colorado employer into progressively senior positions. Companies like Lockheed Martin, UCHealth, and Xcel Energy regularly post analyst and associate buyer roles that build the category management experience required at director level. Earning a Certified Professional in Supply Management credential while in an entry role accelerates promotion timelines. Lateral moves from operations, contracts administration, or finance into sourcing also provide a credible bridge for candidates early in their procurement career.
Where can I find and apply to director of strategic sourcing jobs in Colorado?
Migrate Mate lists current director of strategic sourcing openings in Colorado, updated regularly from employers hiring across the state. Find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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