Sourcing Specialist I

　　Date: Jan 19, 2024

　　Location(s): Juno Beach, FL, US, 33408

　　Company: NextEra Energy

　　Requisition ID: 78098

　　is America’s largest electric company, providing clean, affordable, and reliable electricity to more than 12 million people in Florida. We operate one of the cleanest power generation fleets in the U.S. and our reliability is among the best in the nation. Our goal is to achieve Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 by expanding our solar capacity, increasing battery storage and bringing new renewable energy opportunities to Florida, while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in becoming a game-changer in the energy industry? Join our world-class team today!

　　Position Specific Description

　　Our Integrated Supply Chain Business Unit is seeking a Sourcing Specialist I to join their team. This position is responsible for managing the sourcing process within their given areas of spend/commodities. The selected candidate for this role will be expected to source material/services which may include complex contractual terms & conditions, negotiations and commercial evaluations. The Sourcing Specialist will be responsible to deliver savings on projects within the assigned timelines while working cross functionally with other areas of the business. This individual will be expected to operate independently with little management oversight in leading projects to closure.

　　Job Overview

　　This position executes the sourcing process for assigned business areas and implements policies and programs directed towards providing contracted services and materials. Employees in this role develop and execute complex sourcing agreements containing unique terms and conditions.

　　Job Duties & Responsibilities

　　• Executes the sourcing process for assigned areas

　　• Analyzes responses to complex bid requests, points out commercial differences, and makes succinct recommendations in selecting appropriate suppliers for contract awards

　　• Develops and maintains relationships with business units and suppliers, and conducts complex negotiations successfully under aggressive time demands

　　• Leads and/or participates on sourcing project teams

　　• Recommends and communicates sourcing strategy, progress, and results to supervision and ISC management

　　• Conducts industry analysis and evaluates supplier performance

　　• Provides market data to support supplier selection, qualification, and on-going performance management

　　• Drives down the total cost of ownership, and assists in managing the external spend

　　• Participates in sourcing data analysis, forecasting and planning

　　• Develops new sources of supply and monitors ongoing supplier performance

　　• Conducts business dealings with the highest level of integrity and regard for corporate guidelines, legal and environmental regulations

　　• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

　　Required Qualifications

　　• High School Grad / GED

　　• Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience

　　• Experience: 3+ years

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　• Bachelor's Degree

　　Employee Group: Exempt

　　Employee Type: Full Time

　　Job Category: Purchasing/ Procurement

　　Organization: Florida Power & Light Company

　　Relocation Provided: No

　　NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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