Procurement Specialist OR Senior Procurement Specialist

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Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.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.Position SummaryThis position will involve materials procurement in support of Regulated and Renewable Energy.Procurement Specialist is the intermediate level of the Procurement classification hierarchy.Employees will manage the procurement of goods and 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 general direction from Management. Incumbents are expected to have proficient skills and the ability to work with greater independence. They effectively apply fundamental concepts and procedures to work that are fairly complex and varied.ResponsibilitiesProvides procurement services such as but not limited to pricing and quantity validation, request for quotes, resolution of terms and conditions, issuance and management of purchase orders and/or purchase contracts, expediting, logistics, invoice resolution, etc.Promotes procurement and generation of sustainable cost savings and inventory reduction savings.Provides guidance to the business unit on procurement process, best sourcing options, materials management strategies including transfers, cost controls, and avoidance of procurement issues.Develops and improves supplier relationships and ensures compliance with supplier agreements to help realize value added services benefits. Understands supplier capabilities, establishes relationships with suppliers and negotiates cost savings and inventory reductions. Acts as liaison between external suppliers and the Business Unit.Demonstrates a strong sense of Business Unit and Supplier focus and cultivates Business Unit and Supplier relationships.Ensures compliance with all related federal and state laws and regulations and Duke Energy business standards.Demonstrates advanced capabilities associated with analyzing and evaluating supplier performance.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 as assigned within the schedule rotation (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 (Procurement Specialist)Bachelors degree + 2 years work experience ORAssociates degree + 4 years work experience ORHS/GED + 6 years work experienceDemonstrates advanced planning skills, organizational skills, communication skills, interpersonal skills, and analytics skillsRequired/Basic Qualifications (Senior Procurement Specialist)Bachelors degree + 5 years work experience ORAssociates degree + 7 years work experience ORHS/GED + 9 years work experienceDemonstrates proficient planning skills, organizational skills, communication skills, interpersonal skills, and analytics skillsDesired QualificationsMicrosoft Office SuiteMaximo experienceSupply Chain related work experienceAdvanced analytical, problem solving, business acumen & customer service skillsDemonstrates a strong sense of urgency and proven desire to learnAbility to work in a team environmentStrong multitasking skills and ability to manage a robust workloadAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrate advanced planning, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsWorking ConditionsHybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both onsite and remote locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy Regional HeadquartersWork location may be Charlotte, NC, Raleigh, NC, Saint Petersburg, FL, or Plainfield, INOffice environmentWill be expected to report to a Duke Energy facility when required and directed by their managerThis position will include after hours and weekend supportMay be occasionally around construction/maintenance activitiesMay require travel to other internal business locations/facilitiesMay require some travel to vendor locations#LI-BM1#LI-HybridTravel Requirements5-15%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)NoRepresented/Union PositionNoVisa Sponsored PositionNo. 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.Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.PrivacyDo Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)Terms of UseAccessibilitySummaryLocation: Charlotte, NC; Raleigh, NC; St. Petersburg FL Regional Headquarters; Plainfield IN ComplexType: Full time