Principal Sourcing Specialist
About the Role
NextEra Energy’s Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) division is seeking a Principal Sourcing Specialist. In this position, you will manage strategic relationships, track critical supply requirements and costs, manage technical data provided by suppliers, evaluate proposals, and make recommendations on strategic procurement. This role is based in our corporate office in Juno Beach, FL.
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.
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 ongoing 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
Requirements
- High School Grad / GED
- Bachelor's or equivalent experience
- 6+ years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree
Benefits
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.
Relocation provided if applicable.