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Director, Energy Marketing & Trading

wm, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246


As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

I. Job Summary

Recognized across the organization for leadership of the Gas and Renewables Marketing business. Strong energy marketing/trading expertise with experience across multiple commodities and geographies. Prior experience in developing new business, managing client relationships and managing energy commodity portfolios. Understands financial risk management, physical energy logistics as well as legal/ contractual requirements when executing transactions. Background in Risk Control and Management would be useful. Able and willing to sell/market/trade on their own but must have at least 5 years of prior management/supervisory experience in this field.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for executing the agreed-upon sales, trading and hedging strategies and generating approximately $1 billion or revenue every year while managing WMRE’s gas commodity risk.

Establish a robust marketing and trading strategy and 3 year execution plan to monetize our production.

Leads a team of marketing/trading employees (5-10 employees). Responsible for coaching, directing and motivating them to be successful.

Works with WMRE senior management to establish strategy and direct resources as appropriate.

Internally leverages WM’s fleet and WM’s corporate customers to rapidly grow and extend WMRE’s

marketing footprint across North America.

Establish relationships with target “C Suite” executives, especially the CFO’s and Corporate buyers, to directly sell and maximize the value of our products.

Actively manage the portfolio risks (price, credit, operational, regulatory) by developing reports and action plans consistent with WMRE’s overall Risk Policy

Works closely with WM and WMRE functions in plant operations, compliance and regulatory to establish, manage and monetize the inventory available for sale.

Experienced in the marketing of renewable energy products and commodities.

Works closely with internal and external customers, suppliers and other partners to resolve problems, respond to suggestions for improvement and enhancements, test, refine and institutionalize solutions.

Strong analytical and deal structuring skills.

Familiar with energy transaction I.T. systems (Nymex, ICE, Nodal) as well as Over-the-Counter transactions.

Prior experience working with mid and back office employees systems is essential.

III. Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor's degree(accredited) required; or High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree required.

Experience: 15+ years of relevant work experience in energy commodity markets (in addition to education requirement) of which at least 5 years in a Managerial role required.

B. Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required

Strong character, able to cope successfully with demanding and fast-paced energy environment.

Effective communicator with the ability to lead and influence others.

Aligning Performance for Success – Focusing and guiding others in accomplishing work objectives.

Building Partnerships – Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, units or organizations to help achieve business goals.

Building Trust – Interacting with others in a way that give them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.

Coaching and Developing Others – Providing feedback, instruction and development guidance to help others excel in their current or future job responsibilities; planning and supporting the development of individual skills and abilities.

Decision Making – Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

IV. Work Environment

Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran