Senior Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Specialist

Duke Energy Corporation; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation is seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage service purchases, contracts, and supplier relationships in a hybrid work setting at our Charlotte, NC facility. The role emphasizes cost avoidance, process improvements, and compliance with sourcing standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong negotiation and analytical skills, plus the ability to collaborate across organizational levels to achieve sourcing goals and support after-hours coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Minimum 2 years related work experience for Procurement Specialist; more experience for Senior level.
• Experience with procurement processes, contracts, and supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Issue and manage service purchase orders and contracts, amendments, and change orders.
• Drive cost savings through supplier negotiations and process improvements.
• Provide guidance on procurement processes and sourcing options.
• Collaborate across sites and departments to meet sourcing goals.
• Analyze supplier performance and ensure compliance with agreements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Customer service

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School/GED + 6 years

High School/GED + 9 years

Tools

Maximo

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Duke Energy Corporation is seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage service purchases, contracts, and supplier relationships in a hybrid work setting at our Charlotte, NC facility. The role emphasizes cost avoidance, process improvements, and compliance with sourcing standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong negotiation and analytical skills, plus the ability to collaborate across organizational levels to achieve sourcing goals and support after-hours coverage as needed.