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Posted 18 hours agoManager, Fleet Parts
at Xcel Energy
Minneapolis, United StatesOn-site
Responsibilities
- Lead a high-performing fleet parts organization across multiple locations, functions, or commodities while driving the efficient, cost-effective, and reliable supply of parts.
- Ensure standardization of parts processes, inventory optimization, vendor performance, and material availability to support fleet operations.
- Assure safe, reliable, and compliant parts operations while driving continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
- Drive attainment of corporate and business unit strategies, goals, objectives, and key inventory and supply chain performance metrics. Essential
- Drive real-time safety accountability through warehouse audits, safe material handling practices, facility inspections, training, and incident review processes.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management, procurement strategies, stocking levels, and vendor performance.
- Drive standardization of parts processes across all locations.
- Ensure accurate demand planning, stocking strategies, and parts availability to support fleet maintenance and operational uptime.
- Maintain strong oversight of parts flow, cycle counts, obsolescence management, and system accuracy.
- Establish clear expectations, provide coaching and development opportunities, and manage performance effectively.
- Drive employee engagement and ensure team capabilities align with operational needs.
- Support and manage labor relations including union agreements, grievances, and performance management.
- Collaborate across business units to align inventory strategies with operational needs.
- Oversee proper documentation, audit readiness, and adherence to internal controls related to inventory accuracy and procurement practices.
- Support compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and transportation regulations. Minimum
Requirements
- experience in fleet parts management, supply chain, inventory management, logistics, or a related field Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and
- experience managing inventory systems, procurement processes, and parts operations Strong knowledge of fleet maintenance parts, supply chain best practices, and inventory control methods Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive performance metrics, and implement process improvements
- Experience working within union labor environments preferred Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills Ability to participate in on-call support during escalated operational needs Valid driver’s license required Preferred
- Requirements Certification in Supply Chain Management, APICS, or Fleet Management
- Experience with enterprise inventory systems (e.g., SAP, Maximo, or equivalent) Knowledge of regulatory
Benefits
- Non-Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $97,600.00 to $159,100.00 per year This position is eligible for the following
- benefits: 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
Contact
- Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com .
- ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users.
- If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Additional details
- 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.
- Responsibilities Safety Leadership: Provide visible safety leadership and actively contribute to the creation, implementation, and continuous improvement of a strong, sustainable safety culture in fleet parts operations.
- Business Optimization & Strategy: Evaluate parts organization performance based on inventory accuracy, fill rates, cost control, and service level metrics.
- Operational Effectiveness: Provide direct leadership over parts operations including inventory control, warehousing, procurement, and distribution.
- Remove barriers impacting parts availability and operational efficiency.
- Talent Management: Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing parts professionals.
- Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong partnerships with Fleet Operations, Maintenance Managers, Finance, Procurement, and external suppliers.
- Act as the primary escalation point for parts-related issues impacting operations and customer satisfaction.
- Regulatory & Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies, inventory controls, financial standards, and regulatory requirements.
- requirements related to fleet operations, including DOT, OSHA, and environmental compliance As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states.