Category Specialist

Requisition ID: 98193 Next. Era 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 Next. Era Energy’s Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) division is looking for a Category Specialist to support Engineering and Construction initiatives from strategy through execution. In this highly collaborative role, the Category Specialist will partner with Engineering and Project Managers to build compelling bid packages, evaluate proposals, negotiate terms & conditions, navigate commercial challenges, and help drive successful project outcomes.

We’re looking for someone who brings confident negotiation and communication skills, strong business judgment, exceptional attention to detail, and the initiative to independently move cross-functional priorities forward. Legal experience is a plus. This position is based in Juno Beach, Florida. 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 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: Next. Era Energy Resources, LLC 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, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. Next. Era Energy and 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.

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