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Procurement Specialist OR Senior Procurement Specialist at Duke Energy | LAYIQ

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).
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 OR
Associates degree + 4 years work experience OR
HS/GED + 6 years work experience
Demonstrates advanced planning skills, organizational skills, communication skills, interpersonal skills, and analytics skills
Required/Basic Qualifications (Senior Procurement Specialist)
Bachelors degree + 5 years work experience OR
Associates degree + 7 years work experience OR
HS/GED + 9 years work experience
Demonstrates proficient planning skills, organizational skills, communication skills, interpersonal skills, and analytics skills
Desired Qualifications
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
Working Conditions
Hybrid 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 Headquarters
Work location may be Charlotte, NC, Raleigh, NC, Saint Petersburg, FL, or Plainfield, IN Office environment
Will be expected to report to a Duke Energy facility when required and directed by their manager
This position will include 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
Travel Requirements
5-15%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
No
Represented/Union Position
No
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.

Procurement Specialist OR Senior Procurement Specialist

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