Northwestern Energy pierre , SD 57501
Posted 2 weeks ago
Electric Business Development Manager
Work Location: Location Negotiable in Montana & South Dakota Service Territories
Pay range: $108,400 to $176.400 per year
Employment Status: Regular Full-time
External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com
Internal candidates apply through iConnect.
About this position:
NorthWestern Energy is a dynamic and innovative Electric and Natural gas company dedicated to driving growth and fostering strategic partnerships. We specialize in Electric and Natural gas service. As we continue to expand our operations, we are seeking a results-driven and visionary Electric Business Development Manager to join our team and spearhead our business growth initiatives.
We offer great benefits:
NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,500 amazing people and serve 764,200 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:
401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
About this job:
Identify and contacting potential clients establishing relationships with key decision makers
Conducting market research to stay up to date with key industry trends, customer needs and competitors
Negotiating contracts and closing deals
Strategic thinking with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
Develop and present business case
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Manage Business Development resources
Use sound analytical skills to model, analyze, propose solutions for growth and recommend long range strategies for customer/load growth
Maintain compliance with all related standards including industry and regulatory
Prepare presentations and present to management and/or customers
Collaborating with internal teams, including Operations, Finance, Legal, Risk and others depending on the project
Manage initial engineering for growth, expansion and extensions projects
Oversee the design of electric and/or natural gas facilities, meeting NorthWestern Energy/industry standards
Oversee computer related functions such as engineering analysis, drawing, spreadsheets, and database compilations
Travel to jobsites, off-site meetings, and trainings (estimated at 15% travel per year) including overnight stays when necessary
This job includes data base management, conducting computer studies to evaluate the distribution system's security and adequacy, analyzing study results, making recommendations, preparing reports and attending internal and regional meetings as needed
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Marketing, Business or related electrical experience
Proven experience in utility business development
Strong understanding of the industry and market trends
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Demonstrated customer interaction skills
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Possess strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Experience with electric or gas distribution or transmission engineering, modeling and construction preferred
Experience with utility software such as WinFlow, SAP, PLS-CADD, GIS systems and survey techniques desired
Knowledge of International NESC, NEC, Fuel Gas Code and the DOT. Part 191 and 192 is preferred
Requisition #4343
Posting Dates: April 18, 2024 through May 2, 2024
Department/Division: Asset Management/Business Development
Employment Physical: Not Required
Drug Test: Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
Telecommuting: Part-time Negotiable within NorthWestern Energy Service Territory
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com
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