Manager CNG Business Development

Title: Manager CNG Business Development 
Company: Peoples Gas System 
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

The Manager, CNG Business Development leads the development of compressed natural gas (CNG) and other natural gas solutions for use by vehicles throughout Florida. Leads PGS’s offerings of CNG for vehicles and is responsible for planning and development activities to meet the growing demand of natural gas solutions for vehicles. Works in supporting activities related to any applicable regulatory filings in support of CNG development with the Florida Public Service Commission. 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Responsible for the growth of PGS’ CNG business development with transportation customers (transit buses, heavy duty/medium trucks, and waste haulers) using CNG. This includes origination, negotiation, and execution of contracts for CNG fuel customers, as well as strategy development, regulatory filings, and market assessments. Deliverables will include executable opportunities to meet business objectives and will be aligned with 5-year and 10-year plans, natural gas supply/demand dynamics, environmental scans, and SWOT analyses 
• Responsible for the negotiation of agreements for CNG infrastructure investments with transportation customers, including proactive initiation and execution of management reviews and approvals of business and strategic rationale and strategies. CNG investments will be coordinated with RNG and LNG business team and other alternative fuels initiatives. Manage customers to meet current and future natural gas energy needs and provide services to potential customers, including but not limited to sales and marketing, natural gas consulting, project costing, project feasibility and contract negotiations 
• Manage accounts of existing PGS’ CNG customers in Florida. Develop a commercial network in Florida and the southeast US to leverage relationships for future business opportunities. Participate in applicable industry conferences and events, and customer meetings 
• Oversee the implementation and administration of personnel management programs, including staffing, succession planning, performance management, and training and development. Provide supervision, direction, training, and leadership including preparing and administering performance evaluations, and authorizing and monitoring any compensated time of direct reports. Ensure effective integration of people, processes, and technology to provide quality and effective customer service and client satisfaction with services 
• Maintain a good understanding of the energy industry through keeping abreast of alternative fuel market dynamics, technology improvements, gas market conditions, legislation, rates, and tariff  requirements. Monitor regulatory changes and initiate regulatory filings, if needed, in support of business developments for CNG in coordination with PGS Regulatory

SUPERVISION             

Direct Supervision: Two direct reports - CNG Business Development Manager and a Compressed Natural Gas Coordinator.              

EDUCATION               

Required:   A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in the field of business, marketing, engineering, economics, finance, science, math, or related field

EXPERIENCE 

Required:  

• A minimum of ten (10) years related experience in commercial, financial, or business planning, regulatory or engineering.
• Experience must include a minimum of 4 years performing similar duties and responsibilities of this role. 
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a leadership or supervisory role.

Preferred: 

• Three (3) plus years of direct CNG experience.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES (KSA)

Required: Knowledge of alternative fuels, including CNG and RNG services and strategies, with competitive market understanding. Excellent analytic, oral, written, interpersonal and negotiating skills. Knowledge of the interrelationship of commodity prices and impacts on company and customer business. 

Preferred: Direct knowledge and experience with Florida based alternative fuel market, CNG customers and direct knowledge of Florida Public Service Commission regulatory processes. 

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES                        

• Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity
• Drives Business Excellence for Customers                   
• Builds Collaborative Relationships
• Develops People and Teams                                                        
• Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgment

WORKING CONDITIONS 

May require working extended hours and weekends.  

The successful applicant will be required to take and pass a Baseline Medical Examination as part of the pre-employment screening once an offer has been accepted. A pre-employment drug screening, as well as a background check (including education, employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.

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TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage  *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!

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Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

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