Procurement Specialist / Senior Procurement Specialist

Charlotte, NCSenior2+ years

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Depending upon the desired qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy.

Job Summary

This position is the intermediate level of the Procurement classification hierarchy. Employees will manage the procurement of services that align with Supply Chain requirements and Business Unit specifications, ensuring most advantageous pricing and terms while meeting customer’s require dates. Employees at this level solve more complex problems, with some areas of specialty, with general direction from Management. Incumbents are expected to have advanced skills and the ability to work with greater independence. They effectively apply fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is complex and varied.

Responsibilities

Provides advanced procurement services such as but not limited to issuance and management of service type purchase orders and purchase contracts, amendments and change orders, requests for quotes, pricing and quantity validation, inventory and material transfers, terms and conditions negotiations, expediting, logistics, invoice resolution, confirmation of contractor safety rating, and payment terms application
Drive substantial and sustainable cost avoidance and savings through supplier negotiations and/or identification and implementation of process efficiencies and inventory reduction. Negotiates pricing, discounts, value, and competitive differentiators.
Provides advanced guidance to the business unit on procurement process, best sourcing options, materials management strategies including transfers, cost controls, and avoidance of procurement issues
Collaborates effectively across organizational levels, sites, functions, businesses, and regions to realize sourcing goals and objectives
Understand supplier capabilities, establish relationships with new suppliers, and improves relationships with existing suppliers
Demonstrates advanced capabilities with analyzing and evaluating supplier performance
Ensures compliance with supplier agreements
Ensures that purchase orders and contracts are in compliance with all Supply Chain Sourcing Standards, corporate policies/procedures, business requirements, federal and state laws and regulations, and Duke Energy business standards
Manages daily, monthly, and quarterly reports
Actively supports our safety culture
Fully embraces operational excellence, being proactive and aspirational for continuous improvement opportunities
Supports after hours emergent duty phone
Includes after hours and weekend support

Note: This posting is for one position. Dependent on relevant experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below.

Required/Basic Qualifications for Procurement Specialist

Bachelors degree
Minimum of 2 years required related work experience
High School/GED degree + 6 years related work experience

Required/Basic Qualifications for Senior Procurement Specialist

Bachelors degree
Minimum of 5 years required related work experience
High School/GED degree + 9 years related work experience

Desired Qualifications

Must have previous Services sourcing/procurement and contracting experience
Contract management
Microsoft Office Suite
Maximo experience
Strong negotiating skills
Advanced analytical, problem solving, business acumen & customer service skills
Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and proven desire to learn
Ability to work in a team environment
Strong multitasking skills
A natural time manager with the ability to prioritize a robust workload with attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrate advanced planning, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Working Conditions

Hybrid – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute (not greater than 50 miles one way) to the designated Duke Energy facility. Reliable, consistent transportation is required to ensure timely arrival at the applicable facility.
The assigned work location is Duke Energy Plaza, Charlotte, NC with onsite 3 days per week and when required and directed by their manager
This position requires after hours and weekend support
May be occasionally around construction/maintenance activities
May require travel to other internal business locations/facilities
May require some travel to vendor locations

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Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

Represented/Union Position

Visa Sponsored Position

No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.