Procurement Specialist

Duke Energy•Charlotte, NC

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position will involve materials procurement in support of Regulated and Renewable Energy, Transmission, and/or Customer Delivery business units. Procurement Specialist is the intermediate level of the Procurement classification hierarchy. Employees will manage the procurement of goods 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree + 2 years related work experience OR Associate's degree + 4 years related work experience OR HS/GED + 6 years related work experience

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Office Suite
Maximo experience
Supply Chain related work experience
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 and ability to manage a robust workload
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrate advanced planning, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Provides 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).