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 Thursday, January 8, 2026<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>This work is to be performed at a virtual location in North Carolina or South Carolina that is within a reasonable commute (within 60 miles) to Charlotte, NC (Duke Energy Plaza), Raleigh, NC (Fayetteville St) OR one of our six Nuclear Stations/Plants.</h2><h2></h2><h2>Position Summary</h2>This is the career/senior level of the Inventory Analyst classification hierarchy. Employees at this level manage work in various areas of specialization, with minimal supervision. Manage all aspects of inventory management to align with Business Unit requirements and standards. Incumbents are expected to have advanced skills and have the ability to work independently. They are advanced in use of concepts and procedures. They identify problems, develop solutions, and take actions to resolve.<h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Provides proficient inventory management functions such as but not limited to evaluations for material replenishment, stocking levels, material sharing opportunities, shelf life, catalog maintenance including new item requests/set-up, Purchase Requisition development, cost avoidance and inventory reduction savings with minimal direction by Management, etc.</li><li>Evaluates material requests and stocking levels in an advanced manner to optimize inventory while supporting Plant needs and schedules</li><li>Demonstrates advanced collaboration and communication skills with the Business Unit to validate material needs and identify best options for fulfilment, procurement or material sharing opportunities</li><li>Demonstrates an advanced understanding of upstream and downstream decisions that impact inventory</li><li>Ensures compliance with all related federal and state laws and regulations, Duke Energy business standards and Accounting for Materials and Supplies Inventory</li><li>Demonstrates advanced inventory analysis and evaluation skills of inventory management practices</li><li>Manages daily, monthly, quarterly reports and metrics</li><li>Become qualified to support applicable job functions via completion of the Position Specific Guide (PSG) for Inventory Management.</li><li>Demonstrate advanced procedural use and adherence skills/knowledge for addressing the multitude of scenarios impacting the inventory management and procurement of material including i.e. implementation of IER 21-4, safety related requirements (checking QSL, Critical Digital Assets requirements, etc.) IRA applicability, etc.</li><li>Demonstrate advanced skills to address and handle items within the Corrective Action Program (CAP)</li><li>Continued education and training requirements as required</li><li>Actively supports the Duke Energy safety culture</li><li>Fully embraces operational excellences, being proactive and aspirational for continuous improvement opportunities</li></ul><h2>Required / Basic Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Business, or Economics </li><li>5 years related work experience </li><li>In lieu of Bachelor's degree(s) AND 5 year(s) related work experience listed above, Associate's degree AND 7 year(s) related work experience OR High School/GED AND 9 year(s) related work experience</li></ul>        <h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Inventory Management Qualification, NSCD-245A</li><li>Previous inventory management and/or, procurement, experience</li><li>Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>Advanced analytical, business acumen, problem solving, &amp; customer service skills</li><li>Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and proven desire to learn</li><li>Ability to work in a team environment</li><li>Strong multitasking and time management skills with the ability to prioritize a robust workload with attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Working knowledge of Asset Suite or Maximo [as applicable]</li><li>Self-motivated and driven work ethic</li></ul><h2>Working Conditions</h2><ul><li>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 a Duke Energy facility.</li><li>This work is to be performed at a virtual location in North Carolina or South Carolina that is within a reasonable commute (within 60 miles) to Charlotte, NC (Duke Energy Plaza), Raleigh, NC (Fayetteville St) OR one of our six Nuclear Stations/Plants.</li><li>Report to assigned Duke Energy facility when required and directed by Management</li><li>This position could require after-hours and weekend support, including but not limited to duty weeks, outage support, emergent needs, etc.</li><li>May be occasionally around construction/maintenance activities</li><li>May require travel to other business locations/facilities</li><li>May require some travel to vendor locations</li></ul><h2>Nature of the Job</h2><ul><li>Tasks are straightforward, routine and often repetitive</li><li>Tasks follow set guidelines or procedures</li><li>Employee must compare alternative courses of action and make a decision after considering options</li><li>Employee receives clear instructions from supervisor regarding what to do and how to do it</li><li>Employee has the authority to make significant choices and decisions without specific guidance or direction from the supervisor</li></ul>#LI-BM1#LI-VirtualTravel Requirements5-15%<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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Senior Inventory Optimization Analyst

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 Thursday, January 8, 2026<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>This work is to be performed at a virtual location in North Carolina or South Carolina that is within a reasonable commute (within 60 miles) to Charlotte, NC (Duke Energy Plaza), Raleigh, NC (Fayetteville St) OR one of our six Nuclear Stations/Plants.</h2><h2></h2><h2>Position Summary</h2>This is the career/senior level of the Inventory Analyst classification hierarchy. Employees at this level manage work in various areas of specialization, with minimal supervision. Manage all aspects of inventory management to align with Business Unit requirements and standards. Incumbents are expected to have advanced skills and have the ability to work independently. They are advanced in use of concepts and procedures. They identify problems, develop solutions, and take actions to resolve.<h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Provides proficient inventory management functions such as but not limited to evaluations for material replenishment, stocking levels, material sharing opportunities, shelf life, catalog maintenance including new item requests/set-up, Purchase Requisition development, cost avoidance and inventory reduction savings with minimal direction by Management, etc.</li><li>Evaluates material requests and stocking levels in an advanced manner to optimize inventory while supporting Plant needs and schedules</li><li>Demonstrates advanced collaboration and communication skills with the Business Unit to validate material needs and identify best options for fulfilment, procurement or material sharing opportunities</li><li>Demonstrates an advanced understanding of upstream and downstream decisions that impact inventory</li><li>Ensures compliance with all related federal and state laws and regulations, Duke Energy business standards and Accounting for Materials and Supplies Inventory</li><li>Demonstrates advanced inventory analysis and evaluation skills of inventory management practices</li><li>Manages daily, monthly, quarterly reports and metrics</li><li>Become qualified to support applicable job functions via completion of the Position Specific Guide (PSG) for Inventory Management.</li><li>Demonstrate advanced procedural use and adherence skills/knowledge for addressing the multitude of scenarios impacting the inventory management and procurement of material including i.e. implementation of IER 21-4, safety related requirements (checking QSL, Critical Digital Assets requirements, etc.) IRA applicability, etc.</li><li>Demonstrate advanced skills to address and handle items within the Corrective Action Program (CAP)</li><li>Continued education and training requirements as required</li><li>Actively supports the Duke Energy safety culture</li><li>Fully embraces operational excellences, being proactive and aspirational for continuous improvement opportunities</li></ul><h2>Required / Basic Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Business, or Economics </li><li>5 years related work experience </li><li>In lieu of Bachelor's degree(s) AND 5 year(s) related work experience listed above, Associate's degree AND 7 year(s) related work experience OR High School/GED AND 9 year(s) related work experience</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Inventory Management Qualification, NSCD-245A</li><li>Previous inventory management and/or, procurement, experience</li><li>Microsoft Office Suite</li><li>Advanced analytical, business acumen, problem solving, &amp; customer service skills</li><li>Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and proven desire to learn</li><li>Ability to work in a team environment</li><li>Strong multitasking and time management skills with the ability to prioritize a robust workload with attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Working knowledge of Asset Suite or Maximo [as applicable]</li><li>Self-motivated and driven work ethic</li></ul><h2>Working Conditions</h2><ul><li>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 a Duke Energy facility.</li><li>This work is to be performed at a virtual location in North Carolina or South Carolina that is within a reasonable commute (within 60 miles) to Charlotte, NC (Duke Energy Plaza), Raleigh, NC (Fayetteville St) OR one of our six Nuclear Stations/Plants.</li><li>Report to assigned Duke Energy facility when required and directed by Management</li><li>This position could require after-hours and weekend support, including but not limited to duty weeks, outage support, emergent needs, etc.</li><li>May be occasionally around construction/maintenance activities</li><li>May require travel to other business locations/facilities</li><li>May require some travel to vendor locations</li></ul><h2>Nature of the Job</h2><ul><li>Tasks are straightforward, routine and often repetitive</li><li>Tasks follow set guidelines or procedures</li><li>Employee must compare alternative courses of action and make a decision after considering options</li><li>Employee receives clear instructions from supervisor regarding what to do and how to do it</li><li>Employee has the authority to make significant choices and decisions without specific guidance or direction from the supervisor</li></ul>#LI-BM1#LI-VirtualTravel Requirements5-15%<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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