Procurement Specialist

Requisition : 93018

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.

Next Era Energy is seeking a highly skilled and detail‑oriented Procurement Specialist with strong legal and contract negotiation expertise and in‑depth knowledge of IT products, services, and telecommunications. The successful candidate will play a critical role in formulating procurement strategies, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring the acquisition of IT hardware, software, and telecommunications services that align with our strategic goals.

• Strategy Development:
  Formulate procurement strategies for acquiring IT hardware, software, and telecommunications services, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals and objectives.
• Vendor Research and Evaluation:
  Conduct comprehensive research and evaluations of potential vendors to identify suppliers offering the best value, considering both cost and quality.
• Data‑Driven Decision Making:
  Produce detailed procurement reports and analyses to support informed and data‑driven purchasing decisions.
• Internal Coordination:
  Collaborate with internal departments to accurately understand their IT and telecommunications requirements, ensuring the timely and precise delivery of necessary products and services.
• Supplier Relationship Management:
  Manage ongoing relationships with suppliers through continuous communication and performance evaluations, establishing long‑term contracts that are mutually beneficial.
• Legal and Contract Negotiations:
  Utilize strong legal knowledge and contract negotiation skills to draft, review, and negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers, focusing on securing favorable pricing, warranty terms, service‑level agreements (SLAs), and liability clauses.
• Knowledge of IT Products, Services, and Telecommunications:
  Leverage strong knowledge of IT products, services, and telecommunications to make informed procurement decisions and provide expert advice to internal stakeholders.
• If you are an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in legal and contract negotiations, and possess extensive knowledge of IT products, services, and telecommunications, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team. You will contribute to optimizing our procurement processes and driving the success of our IT and telecommunications initiatives.

This role supports the Purchase Order (PO) issuance process and assists with order fulfillment. Employees in this role observe and support negotiations, assist in answering Business Unit questions, and handle straightforward issues relating to purchase orders and tracking order status. This role completes tasks as directed by higher‑level staff and engages in continuous training.

• Executes Purchase Requisition to PO processes and manages order fulfillment
• Leads Request For Proposal (RFP) and negotiation processes
• Manages day‑to‑day supplier relationships at senior levels
• Participates in internal strategic planning sessions
• Conducts market analyses and identifies areas for improvement
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned

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

• Bachelor's Degree

Next Era Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Purchasing/ Procurement
Organization: Florida Power & Light Company
Relocation Provided: No

Next Era 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,…