Senior Sourcing Specialist

Duke Energy•Charlotte, NC

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

This is the third level of the Sourcing classification hierarchy. Supporting the Sourcing Strategy & Transformation organization, within a highly collaborative team environment, this position develops and implements strategic sourcing plans for assigned categories of spend. This role will develop and execute innovative ideas to enhance sourcing strategies and drive transformational or strategic company initiatives. The Senior Sourcing Specialist will lead the assessment of the opportunity, internal supply chain, and supply market culminating in the development, execution, and institutionalization of the sourcing strategy. This position will have a proven track record in sourcing and negotiating complex, high-value categories of spend. In addition, the role will have contract management responsibility for one of Duke Energy’s largest material suppliers with opportunities to develop and implement process optimizations. This includes oversite of alliance partner contingent labor, vendor relationship management, and vendor compliance with commercial contract terms and conditions. The desired candidate should thrive working in a team environment creatively developing and executing sourcing strategy where there is not one obvious right answer. Employees at this level manage work with minimal supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop proficient skills and to have the ability to work independently, with guidance limited to unusual or complex projects or issues. They are fully competent in use of concepts and procedures. They identify problems, develop solutions and take actions to resolve. Resume submissions should be results-based

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree AND five (5) years related work experience
In lieu of Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years of related work experience; High School Degree/GED AND nine (9) years of related work experience
Bachelor's degree + 5 years work experience OR Associate's degree + 7 years work experience OR HS/GED + 9 years work experience

Nice To Haves

Excellent negotiating ski l ls
Strong planning/organizational sk i lls
Strong problem solving/analytical skills
Excellent oral and written communication skil l s
Demonstrated ability to work ind ependent l y and within an organized team
Strong interpersonal skills
Cost and financial analysis skil l s
Good business acumen
Strong working knowledge of electric utility plant operations
Previous sourcing & contracting experience
Good project management experience
Demonstrated interpersonal, leadership and team building skills
Experience with e-sourcing tools and ERP systems
Experience working in an Agile/Scrum team
New Product Development (NPD) or NPD Sourcing experience
C.P.M. (Certified Purchasing Manager), CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) certification, or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
Manufacturing Experience
Process optimization, transformation AI adoption and application

Responsibilities

Strategy De v elopment. Alongside key customers and cross functional teams, develops sourcing strategies for complex, high value materials, equipment or services including the execution of regional and/or enterprise-wide initiatives
Contract Management . Oversite of alliance partner contingent labor, vendor relationship management, and vendor compliance with commercial contract terms and conditions
Strategy Execution. Develops requests for quotations and proposals, analyzes supplier responses and collaborates with cross functional teams to determine best solution for awards of contracts and agreements
Negotiation. Negotiates with middle, but primarily, upper level management of suppliers and manufacturers. Demonstrates proficient understanding of Duke Energy contractual terms and conditions. Drives cost avoidance and cost savings through supplier negotiations and/or the identification and implementation of process efficiencies. Negotiates pricing, discounts, value or other competitive differentiators
Change Management. Participates in change management strategies in partnership with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of sourcing strategies
Relationship Management. Manages supplier relationships at a strategic level. Maintains effective interfaces with internal business partners, external customers, and suppliers
Supplier Management. Manages post award supplier activities, settlements, claims or disputes. Performs purchase order and agreement maintenance including invoice mismatches, prices changes, amendments, change orders, etc.
Subject Matter Expertise. Maintains knowledge of commodities, sources of supply, diversity opportunities and market conditions that may impact future procurement for assigned categories
Process Optimization – Evaluating ways of doing work, identifying and implementing optimized processes
Mentorship . Provides assistance and cross training of sourcing personnel on procurement tasks .