• Category Specialist

    NextEra Energy (Juno Beach, FL)


    Category Specialist

    **Date:** Nov 7, 2025

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

    **Company:** NextEra Energy

    **Requisition ID:** 91305

     

    NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

     

    Position Specific Description

     

    Our Operating Fleet Sourcing Department within the Engineering, Construction and Supply Chain Business Unit is seeking a Category Specialist to join the team in Juno Beach, FL.

    The Category Specialist should demonstrate the following capabilities:

    • Interpret spend and market data, forecast demand and trends, and convert analysis into clear recommendations, next steps, and measurable value including cost reduction, avoidance, and rebates.

    • Plan and deliver category initiatives end-to-end by managing timelines, dependencies, and risks while maintaining consistent intake-to-award cadence.

    • Results-driven approach with consistent delivery of savings, supplier performance improvements, and risk mitigation supported by disciplined reporting.

    • Supplier management expertise including market mapping, strategic partnerships, RFx execution, bid evaluation, negotiation of pricing/terms/SLAs, performance scorecards, and corrective actions.

    • Strong analytical tool proficiency with the ability to transform datasets into clear, actionable insights.

     

    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

     

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

     

    **Employee Group:** Exempt

    **Employee Type:** Full Time

    **Job Category:** Purchasing/ Procurement

    **Organization:** NextEra Energy Resources, LLC

    **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.

     

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