Strategic Energy Account Executive

Duke Energy Corporation; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation seeks an Account Executive to manage strategic relationships with our largest commercial and industrial customers, driving earnings growth and customer advocacy across the service territory.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, effective negotiation, and proactive issue resolution, focusing on aligning customer needs to Duke Energy’s energy solutions and policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; five (5) years minimum related experience; in lieu of degree, HS/GED with eight (8) years related experience
• Experience managing relationships with large and complex customers and/or key stakeholders preferred
• Ability to develop results-oriented business relationships to influence outcomes and advance the company’s plans

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with customer organizations at all levels.
• Demonstrate knowledge of rate structures, billing options, and energy programs to support customer value propositions.
• Lead negotiations and resolve customer issues, coordinating with senior leadership as needed.
• Manage the entire customer relationship and coordinate with internal teams to ensure alignment.
• Drive regional growth by partnering with economic development teams and promoting Duke Energy tools and services.

Skills

Relationship management

Negotiation

Communication

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High School/GED + 8 years experience

Master’s degree

Job description

Duke Energy Corporation seeks an Account Executive to manage strategic relationships with our largest commercial and industrial customers, driving earnings growth and customer advocacy across the service territory.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, effective negotiation, and proactive issue resolution, focusing on aligning customer needs to Duke Energy’s energy solutions and policies.