Lead HR Optimization Specialist

Job Description

NextEra 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!

Join our dynamic HR team and lead transformational change by driving measurable process improvements through strategic data analysis and innovative technology automation. In this analytical role, you'll use business insights to identify inefficiencies, design optimized workflows and implement automated solutions that deliver tangible business results. You'll work with data to measure success, identify trends, and continuously refine HR processes for maximum impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Data-Driven Analysis: Review process metrics, performance reports, and business data to identify improvement opportunities and track results using standard reporting tools
• Process Redesign: Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste, reduce cycle times, and create standardized, efficient workflows supported by clear performance indicators
• Process Optimization: Redesign existing workflows using lean methodologies and automation to eliminate redundancies and accelerate service delivery
• Performance Measurement: Work with existing dashboards and reports to monitor process efficiency, track automation success, and provide meaningful insights to leadership
• Trend Analysis: Use historical data and business reports to identify patterns, anticipate process challenges, and recommend resource optimization
• Technology Implementation: Select and deploy automation tools based on business needs assessments, cost-benefit reviews, and expected impact outcomes
• Technology Innovation: Partner with IT to identify, evaluate, and implement HR technology solutions including automation tools, AI-powered systems, and self-service platforms
• Continuous Improvement: Monitor process performance through regular reporting, identify areas for enhancement, and implement practical, data-supported improvements
• Business Case Development: Create clear, business-focused proposals for process changes and technology investments, including cost savings and efficiency projections
• Benchmarking & Best Practices: Review industry practices and internal performance data to identify gaps and implement proven improvement strategies

What You'll Bring

• Experience in process improvement with proven success using business metrics and reporting
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt (required) with track record of leading successful improvement projects
• Comfort with standard business tools (Excel, reporting systems) and ability to interpret data for decision-making
• Experience building practical business cases with cost-benefit analysis
• Strong analytical thinking with ability to translate data insights into actionable recommendations
• Experience with business intelligence tools (ServiceNow, Power BI) or reporting platforms
• Background in HR metrics or operational improvement

Why You'll Excel Here

• Lead high-impact projects with clear business outcomes and measurable results
• Work with comprehensive business data and reporting tools to drive informed decisions
• Partner with leadership on strategic initiatives supported by solid business insights
• Develop expertise in process optimization and automation technologies
• See direct connection between your analytical work and organizational improvements

Job Overview

Employees in this position lead and support cross-functional strategic projects. Employees conduct complex analyses and lead projects that support and align with business unit objectives. This position identifies, develops and implements processes and process improvements and conducts cost-benefit analyses and regulatory compliance initiatives. Employees in this role develop and present business cases and review and approve findings for presentation to senior management.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Works with Information Technology to define work required to execute business cases and makes business decisions on value added features and business priorities
• Evaluates project ideas and develops business cases and accelerate portfolios
• Provides operational process support and manages partner relationships to understand business objectives and impact of changes
• Identifies system requirements, design and testing for approved system business cases
• Conducts process improvement analysis
• Gathers data, reports on key metrics and utilizes tools and technologies to analyze improvement opportunities
• Troubleshoots system issues, follows up on process system requirements, supports application replacement initiatives, new technology evaluation and proof of concept completion
• Evaluates risks from policy and process changes to business unit performance and compliance
• Facilitates process improvement meetings
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
• Experience: 6+ years
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

NextEra 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: Project Management
Organization: NextEra Energy Resources, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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