Inventory Demand Planning AnalystsDate: Oct 14, 2024Location(s): Palm Beach Gardens, FL, US, 33410Company: NextEra EnergyRequisition ID: 83292is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.Position Specific DescriptionNextEra Energy’s Power Generation Division is seeking an experienced leader to lead a team of inventory demand planning analysts who provide data-based inventory planning and purchasing support to our renewable fleet. This position will report directly to the manager of renewable site support. This individual will provide quality leadership for the development, oversight, guidance, and timely remediation of issues for forecasting, planning, and executing inventory purchasing, managing inventory levels, and optimizing parts planning processes for our wind, solar, and storage fleets. Additionally, this individual will collaborate cross-functionally with operational and supply chain teams to ensure timely availability of parts and materials, driving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.Position Requires: Understanding of inventory system planning, supply chain, or materials management Measure performance by utilizing key performance indicators, inventory metrics and customer feedback Provide timely coaching and guidance Strong analytical skills and ability to work with large datasets to derive insights and make data-driven decisions Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and levels of the organization Proven track record of managing projects and driving continuous improvement initiatives Strong presentation skills, both written and oral Lead a team of inventory demand planning analyst direct reports to:o Develop and maintain demand forecasts for major, operating and maintenance parts and materials across wind, solar, and storageo Set planning parameters including min/max levels, safety stock, and reorder points based on forecasted demand and lead timeso Work closely with operational teams to understand demand patterns, inventory requirements, and operational constraintso Utilize SAP with APO add-on to manage and optimize inventory levels and replenishment processeso Monitor inventory levels and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and cost savingso Lead or participate in strategic projects aimed at enhancing the parts planning and inventory management processeso Collaborate with procurement, supply chain, logistics, and engineering teams to ensure alignment of inventory strategies with business goals and operational needso Manage repaired parts process and metricso Support financial decision making for the fleeto Other duties as deemed applicableJob OverviewThis position manages one or more warehouses, supervises employees, appraises performance, and prepares budgets. Employees in this role supervise employees and / or other personnel supporting the inventory management function, including receipt inspection. Successful candidates provide a safe work environment for employees, and promote a positive safety culture.Job Duties & Responsibilities
Coaches and directs the inventory management team, to drive down the total cost of ownership and increase business unit (BU) productivity
Communicates with customers and contractors through various activities, including receiving, warehousing, shipping, material issues/returns
Interacts with the supplier community and industry analysts
Manages and inventories assets, in accordance with Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) policies, practices and procedures
Maintains relationships with business units, to facilitate understanding of business requirements
Interacts with assigned operating business units, legal experts, and other ISC personnel
Ensures all required safety training and resources are provided
Enforces adherence to local safety policies and practices, including scheduling safety meetings, holding pre-job briefings, and conducting safety stand downs
Increases efficiency by continually improving the inventory management process, driving standardization of common items, and eliminating waste
Provides key recommendations concerning personnel selection and inventory management strategy, and assumes budget responsibility
Leads development of department personnel
Conducts business dealings with the highest level of integrity and regard for legal and environmental regulations
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
High School Grad / GED
Experience:5+ years
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor's - Business Administration
Bachelor's – Engineering
Bachelor's – Sciences
Supervisor/Management Experience: 1+ year
DOT Hazmat Trng Accordnce 49 CFR 172.704
Industrialized Powered Forklift Qual
Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Clickto learn more.Employee Group: ExemptEmployee Type: Full TimeJob Category: Purchasing/ ProcurementOrganization: NextEra Energy Operating Services, LLCRelocation Provided: Yes, if applicableNextEra 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. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.NextEra Energy 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. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status.NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies . Please see ourfor more information.