Xcel Energy
Sr Director, Transformation Readiness
Xcel Energy, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
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Position Summary We are seeking a dynamic (Sr) Director of Transformation Business Readiness for the Customer Information System (CIS) program, accountable for enterprise‑level business readiness, governance, and integration for transformational change. The role ensures that change management, talent and operating model development, communications, process integration, and training are effectively planned and executed to support the organization’s strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business readiness, change management, and process integration, and will work collaboratively across departments to achieve business and technological goals.
Essential Responsibilities
Enterprise Governance: Establish and manage governance frameworks that align transformation program delivery with TPMO standards, including reporting, metrics, and decision‑making protocols.
Change Management: Set direction and oversee the design and execution of change management strategies that drive adoption and minimize resistance to transformational initiatives.
Talent and Operating Model Development: Design and implement talent strategies and operating models that enable the organization’s strategic goals and support the transformation through the program lifecycle.
Operational Assurance: Provide governance and oversight of operational assurance, ensuring risk management, control, and performance monitoring are embedded across business functions.
Communications: Develop and execute comprehensive communication plans to keep stakeholders informed and engaged throughout the transformation process.
Process Integration: Coordinate the integration of new processes and systems across business functions to ensure seamless operation and alignment with strategic objectives.
Training: Develop and deliver training programs to equip employees with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the transformed organization.
Business Integrator (BI) Management: Lead the BI partnership, ensuring deliverables are integrated, pragmatic, and aligned with enterprise transformation objectives.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
15+ years of experience in business readiness, change management, or process integration.
Demonstrated success leading enterprise governance and managing strategic vendor partners in large‑scale transformation.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a track record of delivering successful business readiness initiatives.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage cross‑functional teams.
Knowledge of change management principles and practices.
Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Process and change management certifications such as Prosci, CCMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent.
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 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. For assistance with the application process, contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
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Sr Director, Transformation Readiness
role at
Xcel Energy .
Position Summary We are seeking a dynamic (Sr) Director of Transformation Business Readiness for the Customer Information System (CIS) program, accountable for enterprise‑level business readiness, governance, and integration for transformational change. The role ensures that change management, talent and operating model development, communications, process integration, and training are effectively planned and executed to support the organization’s strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business readiness, change management, and process integration, and will work collaboratively across departments to achieve business and technological goals.
Essential Responsibilities
Enterprise Governance: Establish and manage governance frameworks that align transformation program delivery with TPMO standards, including reporting, metrics, and decision‑making protocols.
Change Management: Set direction and oversee the design and execution of change management strategies that drive adoption and minimize resistance to transformational initiatives.
Talent and Operating Model Development: Design and implement talent strategies and operating models that enable the organization’s strategic goals and support the transformation through the program lifecycle.
Operational Assurance: Provide governance and oversight of operational assurance, ensuring risk management, control, and performance monitoring are embedded across business functions.
Communications: Develop and execute comprehensive communication plans to keep stakeholders informed and engaged throughout the transformation process.
Process Integration: Coordinate the integration of new processes and systems across business functions to ensure seamless operation and alignment with strategic objectives.
Training: Develop and deliver training programs to equip employees with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the transformed organization.
Business Integrator (BI) Management: Lead the BI partnership, ensuring deliverables are integrated, pragmatic, and aligned with enterprise transformation objectives.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
15+ years of experience in business readiness, change management, or process integration.
Demonstrated success leading enterprise governance and managing strategic vendor partners in large‑scale transformation.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a track record of delivering successful business readiness initiatives.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage cross‑functional teams.
Knowledge of change management principles and practices.
Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Process and change management certifications such as Prosci, CCMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent.
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 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. For assistance with the application process, contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
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