This role is available at either the Mid or Senior Level. Leveling and
specific responsibilities will be determined & potentially adjusted based upon the interview evaluation of the selected candidate.
Powering our mission, this Originator will be a recognized expert focused on the acceleration of our region's decarbonization goals to deliver emissions-free energy to customers. This will require collaboration with policymakers, stakeholders, customers and regional wholesale market participants as PGE positions itself to be a leader in delivering clean, affordable and reliable power in the region.
In this role, you will lead the development and execution of commercial and strategic approaches focused on reducing emissions in PGE's energy supply portfolio, optimizing existing assets, ensuring we offer products that assist our customers on their decarbonization journey, all while delivering value for our shareholders. This will include structuring and negotiating complex agreements with counterparties that position PGE well to deliver on our decarbonization goals and requires the ability to solve unique and complex problems having a board impact on PGE's business model.
What you will accomplish in the role:
As the primary negotiator, lead 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.
Serve as a project team lead to identify and assess the future of PGE's energy supply, including evolving technologies that could impact price or viability in meeting Oregon's decarbonization goals
Orchestrate highly effective outbound marketing to develop positive commercial relationships and opportunities with counterparts in wholesale energy markets and renewable development; develop and execute bilateral partnerships, contracts and asset transactions
Drive planning and oversight, research and analysis, procurement and negotiations, and execution of transactions that further decarbonization for PGE customers and in the Pacific Northwest.
Lead efforts in developing long-term strategies around existing energy supply assets ranging from repower to retirement
Represent PGE as an expert in market and at industry forums and conferences; represent PGE's interests in regulatory and legislative proceedings.
Who you are and what you will bring to our team:
You are adept at identifying complex market structures and offering innovative solutions
You are energized by opportunities to work with key players in the regulatory/commercial space and influence outcomes in favor of climate goals
You aspire to grow and expand your knowledge and approach challenges with a learning mindset
Job Function
Origination & Structuring Leads commercial and strategic approach for maximizing value and effectively managing risks associated with PGE's power supply portfolio. Identifies and originates best opportunities for new resource procurement. Negotiates primary commercial agreements with resource developers. Develops models and market strategies to assess economic value and price risks inherent in complex transactions and negotiations across the enterprise. Independent engagement with PGE Senior Management regarding commercial updates and required internal governance actions.
Key Job Information
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
Mid 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, five or more years in the economics, trading, financial analysis or related field and/or highly specialized skills or knowledge in a related area.
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.
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