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

Power up a career with us. Our People are our greatest investments.  TECO Peoples Gas offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth and development in a friendly and professional work environment. 

If you are interested in a career and not just a position, TECO Peoples Gas is the place to be!  

TECO Peoples Gas is the largest natural gas distributor in Florida serving more than 400,000 customers across the state. Just as it was 125 years ago when we started as Tampa Gas Company, natural gas is today’s No. 1 choice for reliable energy.  Join our team of energy experts as we build on that legacy through innovation and cost-effective sustainable energy solutions all while keeping top-notch customer service at the center of all we do. 

TECO Peoples Gas is a subsidiary of Emera Inc., a family of energy companies which also includes Tampa Electric and New Mexico Gas Company. Emera provides energy to residential and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, with career opportunities available in all of these locations. 

HOW WILL YOU HELP DRIVE THE FUTURE OF NATURAL GAS?  

The Manager of Business Innovation leads the team in enhancing company operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and create greater value for customers. This role involves identifying opportunities for process improvement, driving and implementing changes, and fostering a culture where everyone is empowered to solve problems and innovate. The manager encourages the business to adopt new ways of thinking and promotes a broader culture of creativity and problem-solving.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Drive Operational Excellence

• Identify inefficiencies and lead high-impact improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate value stream mapping and process workshops.
• Align initiatives with strategic goals and measurable performance metrics.
• Develop practical tools and frameworks that empower teams to solve problems.
• Partner across departments to remove barriers and improve speed, safety, cost, and customer outcomes.

Lead Transformation & Change

• Lead large-scale, cross-functional transformation initiatives.
• Design and execute change strategies that increase engagement and adoption.
• Build organizational capability by equipping leaders and teams with problem-solving tools.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation.

WHAT YOU WILL LEAD

• Direct reports: 1 Business Innovation Consultant, 2 Business Innovation Leads
• Cross-functional teams across the organization

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Analytics, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 7+ years in business innovation, operational excellence, or change management
• 3+ years of leadership experience
• Proven success leading large, complex initiatives
• Lean/Six Sigma, PMP, PROSCI, or similar certification (or ability to obtain within one year)
• Strong facilitation, stakeholder management, and analytical skills
• Ability to influence across all levels and lead through change confidently

Preferred: Utility or operational industry experience; digital transformation or AI experience.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

This role directly impacts operational performance, cost efficiency, employee engagement, and customer value. You won’t just improve processes — you’ll shape how our organization thinks, works, and evolves.

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

Located in Tampa, Florida. Primarily office-based (4 days a week in the office) with occasional travel. Storm restoration support may be required.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING WITH US

We proudly offer a competitive total rewards package and other perks to help keep you thriving: 

• Performance Bonus: Earn an annual incentive bonus that recognizes your hard work.  
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.  
• Retirement Planning: Secure your future with a 401k Retirement Savings Plan and a comprehensive Pension plan.  
• Ownership Opportunities: Participate in Emera’s Employee Common Share Purchase Plan and share in our success.  
• Time to Recharge: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid company holidays, comprehensive mental, financial and physical wellness resources, and paid Parental Leave  
• Growth and Development: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement and other training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.  
• And much more! 

Whether you’re launching your career or looking to advance it, Peoples Gas is the perfect place for you, offering exciting opportunities for a long-term career with a dynamic, growing company. 

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!

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!!  Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy

It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations

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

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.