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Description

Summary:This position executes the sourcing process for the assigned areas of spend in response to operational issues and needs. This includes preparing simple sourcing agreements containing limited changes to the companys standard terms and conditions. Key responsibilities include: Execute the sourcing process for assigned areas Interact with assigned operating business units and ISC personnel Analyze responses to simple bid requests including distilling commercial differences and making recommendations for supplier selection for contract awards Conduct simple negotiations successfully and execute purchase orders Communicate progress and results to supervision and ISC management Conduct business dealings with the highest level of integrity and regard for corporate guidelines legal and environmental regulationsRequirements: Undergraduate degree preferred with a preference in Supply Chain Management Business Engineering or related fields preferred Entry level sourcing position Good communication and interpersonal skills required The IT Procurement Agent at NextEra Energy is responsible for coordinating and managing the procurement of IT-related goods software and services through enterprise procurement platforms with a strong emphasis on category management and operational support. This position involves developing procurement strategies negotiating enterprise-wide contracts and ensuring that all technology purchases align with the company's needs and budget. Key Responsibilities: Procurement Process Management: - Manage end-to-end IT procurement processes using SAP/SRM and GEP Source-to-Pay platforms for requisitioning sourcing negotiating and purchasing - Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals and category management best practices - Ensure compliance with company policies and procurement standards while utilizing analytics tools to drive category insights Category Management and Strategic Support: - Lead category management initiatives including market analysis supplier consolidation and strategic sourcing - Develop and maintain category strategies that optimize value reduce risk and enhance supplier performance - Conduct spend analysis to identify cost savings opportunities and support business units with procurement planning Vendor Relations and Contract Management: - Identify and evaluate potential vendors through RFI and RFP processes while establishing strong relationships with key IT vendors - Negotiate favorable terms and conditions using category leverage and manage vendor onboarding through enterprise systems - Draft review and manage software hardware and services contracts while handling renewals and ensuring compliance tracking Budget and Cost Management: - Collaborate with finance to establish and manage budgets while understanding CapEx vs OM project treatment - Analyze procurement expenditure using SAP/SRM and GEP analytics to identify cost-saving opportunities - Ensure all purchases align with allocated budgets through system controls and approval workflows Stakeholder Collaboration and Operational Support: - Collaborate with IT legal finance and other departments to understand and meet procurement needs - Provide regular updates to stakeholders and participate in cross-functional teams supporting strategic initiatives - Deliver comprehensive procurement support ensuring seamless operations across business units while maintaining KPIs Market Analysis and Documentation: - Conduct market research on trends pricing and product availability while partnering with business units to evaluate new solutions - Maintain accurate procurement records using SAP/SRM and GEP documentation capabilities - Prepare procurement reports for management and ensure audit compliance through systematic record-keeping

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Business Supply Chain Management Information Technology or related field - 3 years of procurement experience preferably in IT with category management exposure - Experience with SAP/SRM and GEP Source-to-Pay procurement platforms and strong negotiation skills Preferred Qualifications: - Advanced contract negotiation experience with demonstrated cost savings achievements - Category management certification or relevant procurement credentials CPSM CPPM or similar - Previous software sales experience demonstrating market knowledge and relationship-building skills

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Juno Beach, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $33.31/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Juno Beach,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.