Senior Manager, Origination Transport And Storage (Ref ID# 747)

ABOUT NEXTDECADE

NextDecade Corporation is an energy company accelerating the path to a net-zero future and leading innovation in more sustainable LNG and carbon capture solutions, NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to cleaner energy. Through our wholly owned subsidiaries Rio Grande LNG and NEXT Carbon Solutions, we are developing a 27 MTPA LNG export facility in South Texas along with one of the largest carbon capture and storage projects in North America. We are also working with third-party customers around the world to deploy our proprietary processes to lower the cost of carbon capture and storage and reduce CO2 emissions at their industrial-scale facilities. By combining emissions reduction associated with our carbon capture and storage project, responsibly sourced gas, and our pledge to use net-zero electricity, Rio Grande LNG is expected to produce a lower carbon intensive LNG for the world.

NextDecade's common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol "NEXT." NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

The Senior Manager, Origination Transport and Storage, plays a pivotal role in NextDecade's gas transportation and storage efforts. Reporting directly to the VP, Energy Supply Commercial, this position is based in Houston, Texas and is essential during the initial stages of NextDecade's operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute knowledge, expertise and experience to the development and execution of gas transportation and storage origination strategies to sustain and expand future business.

• Accumulate and communicate market intelligence, maintain a market perspective, and develop strategies to capture value.

• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders such as Scheduling, Trading, Risk, Credit, and Contracts teams.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum/preferred experience required for the position:

• 5-10 years of commercial and/or business development experience in the natural gas transportation and/or storage industry.

Minimum/preferred knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position:

• Expert knowledge of US natural gas industry, especially in Texas, including gas markets, pipeline and storage systems, commercial and physical operations, business models and strategies.

• Track record and experience in negotiating, executing, and managing long term, large volume gas transportation contracts and storage contracts.

• Familiarity with NAESB agreements and other commercial contracts.

• Demonstrated ability to consistently deliver value.

• Proven track record of innovation, creativity, and success in closing customer business.

• A detailed understanding of Interstate and Intrastate pipeline commercial terms and associated regulatory regimes.

• A strong understanding of storage valuation techniques, including intrinsic and extrinsic evaluation.

• Appreciation of the key drivers and strategies of pipeline and storage companies.

• Strong negotiation skills.

• Working knowledge of Texas and Gulf Coast natural gas pipelines, tariffs, gas sale contracts, and gas transportation agreements.

• Proven track record in developing client relationships.

• Experience working across functions and with various internal departments.

• Preferred, but not required, supervisory skills.

• Demonstrate a history of commitment to excellence in a team environment.

• Possess a strong sense of initiative and a commitment to delivering excellence.

• Proven ability to influence others.

• Strong analytical and detail-oriented skills.

• Strong communication and team-oriented skills.

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a deadline-oriented environment.

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Required/preferred education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, business administration, or relevant experience.

• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

NEXTDECADE VALUES

• Safety

• We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us.

• Integrity

• We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do.

• Honesty

• We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.

• Respect

• We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work.

• Transparency

• Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders.

• Diversity

• We value diversity of people and thought. It takes people with different strengths, ideas, and cultural backgrounds to make our company succeed.