Important Application Submission InformationIn order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, November 5, 2025<h2>More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.</h2>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.<h2>Position Summary </h2>The Strategic Sourcing Organization is seeking a Lead Sourcing Specialist to lead the sourcing and contracting of high spend equipment and labor contracts including Engineer, Procure and Construct (EPC) contracts for our thermal generation and hydro projects. The position will report to the Director Sourcing, Major Projects. Primary responsibilities are sourcing, contracting and category management of equipment and labor contracts for projects managed by the Project, Management and Contraction’s (PMC) organization.This is the fourth level of the Sourcing classification hierarchy. Employees at this level solve complex solutions, plan and manage work, develop and strengthen internal and external relationships, and provide leadership to others with minimal supervision and increased latitude for unreviewed work.<h2>Responsibilities </h2><ul><li>Plan, develop and execute sourcing strategies for equipment and EPC contracts, which ensure reliable and safe deliveries on schedule and at a competitive cost for Gas Plant generating facilities.</li><li>Perform market analysis and research best practices successfully adopted by other industries and companies.</li><li>Provide guidance to Business Unit and Supply Chain leaders on market conditions and sourcing options that will help us maintain a competitive position in the industry.</li><li>Develop and manage supplier relationships and programs.</li><li>Build and nurture client relationships, including executive level business interfaces. Mentor and assist in the development of sourcing personnel, processes, and procedures, exhibiting a leadership skillset.</li></ul><h2>Required/Basic Qualifications </h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree</li><li>7 years related work experience</li><li>In lieu of Bachelor's degree(s) AND 7 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 11 year(s) related work experience</li></ul><h2>Desired Qualifications </h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business Organization and Supply Management or Design Engineering</li><li>In addition to desired degree, 10 years related work experience</li><li>Certified Purchasing Manager and/or Certified Professional in Supply Management</li></ul><h2>Working Conditions</h2><ul><li>Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to the assigned Duke Energy facility. </li><li>Office setting</li><li>Some travel for plant and vendor visits, conferences, visits to other Duke Energy facilities and territories</li></ul><h2>Additional Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Graduate Degree</li><li>C.P.M. (Certified Purchasing Manager), CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) certification, or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)</li><li>Strong working knowledge of electric utility plant operations and related customer operations</li><li>Strategic Sourcing experience in leading large (&gt;$25M) sourcing initiatives</li><li>Experience in managing high value and strategic supplier relationships.</li><li>Demonstrated interpersonal, leadership, team building including frequent interface with cross functional teams and executive management.</li><li>Contract management skills</li></ul><h2>Specific Requirements</h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree + 7 years of work experience OR</li><li>Associate's degree + 9 years of work experience OR</li><li>HS/GED + 11 years of work experience</li></ul>#LI-BM1#LI-HybridTravel Requirements15-25%<h3>Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)</h3>No<h3>Represented/Union Position</h3>No<h3>Visa Sponsored Position</h3>No<h3>Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.</h3><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/privacy">Privacy</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/ccpa-opt-out-request-form">Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/terms-of-use">Terms of Use</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/customer-service/accessibility">Accessibility</a>

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Lead Sourcing Specialist

Important Application Submission InformationIn order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, November 5, 2025<h2>More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.</h2>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.<h2>Position Summary </h2>The Strategic Sourcing Organization is seeking a Lead Sourcing Specialist to lead the sourcing and contracting of high spend equipment and labor contracts including Engineer, Procure and Construct (EPC) contracts for our thermal generation and hydro projects. The position will report to the Director Sourcing, Major Projects. Primary responsibilities are sourcing, contracting and category management of equipment and labor contracts for projects managed by the Project, Management and Contraction’s (PMC) organization.This is the fourth level of the Sourcing classification hierarchy. Employees at this level solve complex solutions, plan and manage work, develop and strengthen internal and external relationships, and provide leadership to others with minimal supervision and increased latitude for unreviewed work.<h2>Responsibilities </h2><ul><li>Plan, develop and execute sourcing strategies for equipment and EPC contracts, which ensure reliable and safe deliveries on schedule and at a competitive cost for Gas Plant generating facilities.</li><li>Perform market analysis and research best practices successfully adopted by other industries and companies.</li><li>Provide guidance to Business Unit and Supply Chain leaders on market conditions and sourcing options that will help us maintain a competitive position in the industry.</li><li>Develop and manage supplier relationships and programs.</li><li>Build and nurture client relationships, including executive level business interfaces. Mentor and assist in the development of sourcing personnel, processes, and procedures, exhibiting a leadership skillset.</li></ul><h2>Required/Basic Qualifications </h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree</li><li>7 years related work experience</li><li>In lieu of Bachelor's degree(s) AND 7 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 11 year(s) related work experience</li></ul><h2>Desired Qualifications </h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business Organization and Supply Management or Design Engineering</li><li>In addition to desired degree, 10 years related work experience</li><li>Certified Purchasing Manager and/or Certified Professional in Supply Management</li></ul><h2>Working Conditions</h2><ul><li>Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily&nbsp;commute to the assigned Duke Energy facility.&nbsp;</li><li>Office setting</li><li>Some travel for plant and vendor visits, conferences, visits to other Duke Energy facilities and territories</li></ul><h2>Additional Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Graduate Degree</li><li>C.P.M. (Certified Purchasing Manager), CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) certification, or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)</li><li>Strong working knowledge of electric utility plant operations and related customer operations</li><li>Strategic Sourcing experience in leading large (&gt;$25M) sourcing initiatives</li><li>Experience in managing high value and strategic supplier relationships.</li><li>Demonstrated interpersonal, leadership, team building including frequent interface with cross functional teams and executive management.</li><li>Contract management skills</li></ul><h2>Specific Requirements</h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree + 7 years of work experience OR</li><li>Associate's degree + 9 years of work experience OR</li><li>HS/GED + 11 years of work experience</li></ul>#LI-BM1#LI-HybridTravel Requirements15-25%<h3>Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)</h3>No<h3>Represented/Union Position</h3>No<h3>Visa Sponsored Position</h3>No<h3>Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.</h3><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/privacy">Privacy</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/ccpa-opt-out-request-form">Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/terms-of-use">Terms of Use</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/customer-service/accessibility">Accessibility</a>

Lead Sourcing Specialist

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