Major Component Planning Manager

Requisition ID:  91735 

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Position Specific Description

The Major Component Planning Manager leads a team of planners responsible for sourcing, logistics, and inventory management of wind turbine components across NextEra Energy's entire wind fleet. This role serves as a critical bridge between operations, procurement, and field sites, ensuring component availability while optimizing inventory investment and supply chain efficiency. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in materials planning, procurement, or supply chain management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role. Able tp travel up to 50% to supplier locations, field sites, and company facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of material planners specializing in major wind turbine components (generators, gearboxes, blades, nacelles, towers, and other critical systems)
• Set clear performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching to enhance team capabilities in strategic inventory management and vendor collaboration
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and cross-functional partnership
• Conduct regular performance reviews and identify growth opportunities for team members

Strategic Planning & Inventory Management

• Develop and execute strategic inventory plans for major components across the wind fleet, balancing availability with cost optimization
• Establish and monitor optimal stocking levels, reorder points, and safety stock parameters based on fleet reliability data, lead times, and operational priorities
• Drive serialization and tracking protocols to ensure accurate component visibility and traceability throughout the supply chain
• Analyze consumption patterns, failure trends, and fleet expansion plans to proactively adjust inventory strategies

Procurement & Vendor Collaboration

• Partner closely with procurement teams to source major components from qualified suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing and favorable terms
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, establishing clear performance expectations and accountability metrics
• Support tariff mitigation strategies and alternative sourcing initiatives to manage cost exposure
• Negotiate logistics arrangements and coordinate with suppliers on core exchange programs, lead time commitments, and quality requirements

Logistics & Operations Coordination

• Oversee shipping coordination to field sites, optimizing freight costs through strategic consolidation and carrier selection
• Manage inbound and outbound logistics for component rebuilds, core returns, and emergency shipments
• Collaborate with site teams to understand component needs, coordinate delivery timing, and minimize production disruptions
• Support facility transitions and operational changes, adjusting logistics workflows as needed

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Serve as primary liaison between planning, operations, engineering, and site leadership on major component availability and constraints
• Provide visibility into component lead times, supply risks, and inventory positions to support strategic decision-making
• Support major initiatives including facility expansions, rebuild program optimization, and third-party sales activities
• Contribute to business planning processes with data-driven insights on inventory investment and cost avoidance opportunities

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Employee Group:  Exempt
Employee Type:  Full Time
Job Category:  Maintenance/Construction
Organization:  NextEra Energy Operating Services, LLC 
Relocation Provided:  Yes, if applicable

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