Services Procurement Analyst

: More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us - help us make a difference for millions of people every day. 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. This position will involve services procurement in support of Regulated and Renewable Energy, Transmission, and Customer Delivery business units. Procurement Specialist is the intermediate level of the Procurement classification hierarchy. Employees will manage the procurement of 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 advanced skills and the ability to work with greater independence. They effectively apply fundamental concepts and procedures to work that are fairly complex and varied. Responsibilities

• Provides advanced procurement services such as but not limited to issuance and management of services type purchase orders, clearly defined scope of work, schedule adherence, confirmation of contractor safety rating, terms and condition negotiation, payment terms application, and invoice resolution.
• Promotes advanced procurement and generation of sustainable cost savings and inventory reduction savings.
• Provides advanced guidance to the business unit on procurement process, best sourcing options, services management strategies including 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 Duke Energy's 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).

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree + 2 years related (Supply Chain sourcing) work experience OR
• Associates degree + 4 years related (Supply Chain sourcing) work experience OR
• High School/GED degree + 6 years work experience

Desired Qualifications

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Maximo experience
• Terms Negotiations
• Advanced analytical, 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
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate advanced planning, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Supply Chain Service Procurement and Contract related work experience

Working Conditions

• Virtual Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from a remote location after the onboarding period. However, virtual employees should live within a reasonable commute to the assigned Duke Energy facility.
• The assigned work location is Charlotte, NC.
• Expected to report to the assigned facility when required and directed by management.
• This position includes after hours and weekend support as defined by business need.
• May occasionally be 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 Posting Expiration Date Monday, November 6, 2025 All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date. Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications. Privacy Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA) Terms of Use Accessibility