Sourcing Specialist-Level 2 - Experienced (6 - 10 Years)

Position Overview
The IT Procurement Agent at NextEra Energy is responsible for coordinating and managing the procurement of IT-related goods and services. This position involves developing procurement strategies, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that all IT purchases align with the company's needs and budget. The IT Procurement Agent will work closely with various departments to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of IT resources.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage end-to-end IT procurement processes, including requisitioning, sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing.
Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with organizational goals.
Ensure compliance with company policies and procurement standards.

• Vendor Relations:

Identify and evaluate potential vendors and suppliers.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key IT vendors.
Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers.

• Contract Management:

Draft, review, and manage IT contracts and agreements.
Handle renewal and termination processes for IT contracts.

• Budget and Cost Management:

Work with the finance department to establish and manage IT procurement budgets.
Analyze and report on procurement expenditure to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Ensure all purchases are within the allocated budget.

• Stakeholder Collaboration:

Collaborate with IT, legal, finance, and other departments to understand and meet procurement needs.
Provide regular updates to stakeholders on procurement status and issues.
Participate in cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives.

• Market Analysis and Research:

Conduct market research to stay updated on trends, pricing, and product availability.
Evaluate and recommend new products or services to enhance IT capabilities.

• Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records, including requisitions, contracts, and invoices.
Prepare and present procurement reports to management.

A plus would be previous software sales and strong contract negotiations.

Enable Skills-Based Hiring	No
Furlough Notification	All NextEra Energy Contingent Workforce Program (CWP) assignments are eligible for worker furlough. Typical furlough schedules coincide with select national holidays, but may be subject to change. Suppliers will be notified by the CWP of those workers impacted and the applicable furlough dates prior to each furlough period.
Worker Building Location	JB - Juno Beach Office - 0000103492
Will driving be required as part of position duties/work?	No
Driving Record Validation	For all positions indicating driving requirements, supplier must hold validation of non-restricted current driver''s license and demonstrate the following: no alcohol/drug related driving offenses within the previous five years and/or the license is not currently suspended or restricted related to hours of driving or reason for driving.
Additional Job Details	(No Value)
Will Per Diem and Mob/De-Mob expense types be available for this requisition?	No
If Per Diem is available, please indicate the maximum amount:	0
If Nuclear Business Unit: On-Boarding Note	Nuclear workers requiring unescorted badge access will follow onsite in-processing procedures. All others will be required to complete Non-Nuclear pre-assignment screenings through their staffing supplier. Please contact CWP with any questions: cwp@nexteraenergy.com or 561-694-4761.
Will the selected worker require unescorted badge access into Nuclear protected areas?	No
Is NERC CIP unescorted physical or cyber access required for this assignment?	No
Which NERC access is needed?	N/A
Is Federal Energy Regulatory Commission access required?	No

Shift Type	Standard Shift (8-5)

Hours per Day	8
Hours per Week	40
Total Hours	2,088.00