Key Responsibilities
New Energy Resources Contracting : As the primary negotiator, leads teams to evaluate and negotiate large and complex transactions to acquire new energy resources, contracts and infrastructure;
orchestrates the competitive bidding process and other procurement activities to acquire long-term resources; ensures that contract terms and conditions meet PGE's commercial, operational and risk-mitigation requirements.
Market Analysis : Leads a team to identify and assess potential changing market dynamics or fundamental drivers that could impact price or availability of fuel and related assets;
as a senior specialist, provides expert guidance regarding market changes and drivers.
Outbound Marketing : Orchestrates highly effective outbound marketing to develop positive commercial relationships and opportunities with counterparties in the resource development and wholesale energy markets;
facilitates the exploration of new markets; develops and executes bilateral partnerships, contracts and asset transactions.
External Relations : Represents PGE as an expert in the wholesale markets and at industry forums and conferences; represents PGE’s interests in regulatory and rate case proceedings.
Education / Experience / Certifications
Senior Level :
Education : Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, computer science, mathematics, engineering or other related field or equivalent experience.
An MBA or MS in finance, economics or related financial discipline preferred.
Experience : Typically eight or more years in the energy industry or related field and / or related experience working autonomously making decisions in outbound facing tasks and delivering outcomes.
Principal Level
Education : Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, computer science, mathematics, engineering or other related field or equivalent experience.
An MBA or MS in finance, economics or related financial discipline preferred.
Experience : Typically, twelve or more years in the energy industry or related field and / or extensive related experience working autonomously making decisions in outbound facing tasks and delivering outcomes.
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
Functional Competencies
Advanced knowledge of financial concepts, including options, swaps, futures, forward contracts and asset valuation methods
Advanced financial and risk modeling skills
Advanced skills in analyzing energy market conditions or trends
Advanced skills in promoting and selling products and services, including marketing strategy and tactics
Advanced skills in negotiating contracts
Advanced knowledge of financial concepts, including options, swaps, futures, forward contracts and asset valuation methods
Advanced entrepreneurial skills
Advanced financial and risk modeling skills
General Competencies
Advanced analytical thinking skills
Advanced business acumen
Advanced creativity and innovation skills
Advanced diplomacy skills
Advanced organization and prioritization skills
Advanced presentation / facilitation skills
Advanced problem-solving skills
Advanced risk management skills
Advanced written and oral presentation skills
Physical and Cognitive Demands
Cognitive Level
Substantial : Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).
Cognitive
Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks
Ability to follow accuracy standards
Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress
Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback
Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement
Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks
Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization Demonstrates sound memory
Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks
Schedule / Attendance
Ability to work long hours Ability to work a variable schedule Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance
Driving / travel / commute :
Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least twice a week or more in office)
Environment
Office
Compensation Range :
$109,800.00 - $225,680.00
Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity.
While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.
PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future.