Procurement Associate

NextEra Energy, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEra Energy is seeking a Procurement Associate to execute the PR to PO process, oversee order fulfillment, and lead supplier negotiations. You will interact with internal business units and key suppliers, support RFPs, and help drive cost efficiency while adhering to corporate guidelines and environmental regulations.

The role requires a High School/GED or higher and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 0+ years of experience is acceptable.

Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
• Experience: 0+ years
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

• Executes PR to PO processes and manages order fulfillment for material procurements.
• Leads execution of RFPs and negotiations.
• Develops and maintains relationships with business units and key suppliers.
• Conducts industry analysis and evaluates supplier performance.
• Supports in data collection for business unit stakeholders.
• Drives down total cost of ownership and manages external spend.
• Participates in sourcing data analysis, forecasting and planning.
• Assists in answering BU questions and tracking order status.

Education

Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Procurement Associate

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 98727

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy.

Position Specific Description

This position is responsible for executing the Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order process and overseeing order fulfillment. The role involves leading Requests For Proposal, negotiating terms, and executing purchase documents. Regular interactions with suppliers are essential, as well as addressing standard supply chain issues. The position also supports team initiatives and assists in data collection for business unit stakeholders.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Executes PR to PO processes and manages order fulfillment for material procurements in support of internal business units
• Leads execution of RFPs and negotiations
• Develops and maintains relationships with business units and key suppliers
• Conducts industry analysis and evaluates ongoing 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
• Conducts business dealings with the highest level of integrity and regard for corporate guidelines, legal and environmental regulations
• Assists in executing PR to PO processes
• Observes and supports negotiations
• Assists in answering BU questions
• Handles straightfoward issues related to orders
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Job Overview

This role executes the Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order (PR to PO) process and helps manage order fulfillment. Employees in this role observe and support negotiations, assist in answering Business Unit (BU) questions, and handle straightforward issues relating to orders and tracking order status. This job completes tasks as directed by higher-level staff and engages in continuous training.

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
• Experience: 0+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.

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.

NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] , providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.

NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.

Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach

Nearest Secondary Market: Miami