Category Specialist

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Requisition ID:   98193 

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Position Specific Description

NextEra Energy’s Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) division is looking for a Category Specialist to support Engineering and Construction initiatives from strategy through execution. In this highly collaborative role, the Category Specialist will partner with Engineering and Project Managers to build compelling bid packages, evaluate proposals, negotiate terms & conditions, navigate commercial challenges, and help drive successful project outcomes. We’re looking for someone who brings confident negotiation and communication skills, strong business judgment, exceptional attention to detail, and the initiative to independently move cross-functional priorities forward. Legal experience is a plus. This position is based in Juno Beach, Florida.

Job Overview

This role supports the category management function  with source-to-pay activities and oversees sourcing related activities to ensure alignment with category strategies. Employees in this role regularly meet with Business Units (BUs) to collect requirements and feedback and identify trends, risks, and opportunities for categories in scope. This role meets with stakeholders on strategy development and regularly participates in cross-functional meetings.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Defines and manages category sourcing strategy 

Conducts market and spend analysis

Supports procurement with source-to-pay activities 

Meets with Business Units to collect requirements and feedback 

Participates in cross-functional meetings and initiatives 

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

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Employee Group:  Exempt

Employee Type:   Full Time

Job Category:  Purchasing/ Procurement

Organization:  NextEra Energy Resources, LLC 

Relocation Provided:  No

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