Job Description

Position Specific Description

Our Engineering, Construction & Supply Chain Business Unit is looking for a Sourcing Specialist to join their team in our Corporate Office, Juno Beach, FL.  This position is responsible for executing the sourcing process for assigned areas of spend/commodities directed towards providing contracted services and/or materials for business operations.  The Sourcing Specialist prepares sourcing agreements containing limited changes to the company’s standard terms and conditions by working with the respective Business Unit contacts as well as legal experts.  In this position you will develop both negotiation skills and commercial acumen as well as a greater understanding of how NextEra Energy delivers value to their customers.

Previous sourcing, supply chain management or contract management experiences are preferred.

Job Overview

This position executes the sourcing process for assigned business areas and administers policies and programs directed towards providing contracted services and materials. Employees in this role prepare simple sourcing agreements containing limited changes to the company's standard terms and conditions.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Executes the sourcing process for assigned areas
Analyzes responses to simple 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 simple negotiations successfully
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: 2+ years

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree