Commercial Operations Manager, Modeling & Quantitative Analysis

Commercial Operations Manager, Modeling & Quantitative Analysis
Southern Company Services – Commercial Operations, Structuring & Analysis 
This position will be located in Birmingham, AL

WORK LOCATION

• This position will be based out of the Energy Center in Birmingham, AL and is required to be in the office 4 days per week.

JOB SUMMARY

Structuring and Analysis supports Commercial Operations and Planning, Southern Wholesale Energy, and operating companies (Customers) by providing solutions to complex problems through cutting edge analytics. 

This position is responsible for leading the team that provides advanced modeling and quantitative and economic analysis for all Commercial Operations, including Unit Commitment and Dispatch, Power Trading, Gas Trading & Operations, Gas Procurement, Coal Procurement and Logistics, Fuel Oil Procurement and Optimization, Fuel Hedging, and Southern Wholesale Energy (SWE). The team uses production cost models and develops in-house statistical/econometric models to provide deterministic and stochastic forecasts of the future state of the world and uses these forecasts to drive better risk-adjusted business decisions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Creatively respond to new and challenging problems in a timely and effective manner
• Coach and develop team members and provide leadership and input on their projects
• Effective performance management
• Oversee and direct others to achieve organizational goals
• As a working manger perform robust quantitative analyses for our customers that:
  • Provide risk-adjusted forecasts and views of the world that lead to a competitive advantage in the wholesale market place
  • Capture the risk of commercial activity utilizing statistical and production cost models 
  • Evaluate and propose strategies to help mitigate risk using both standard and complex market instruments
  • Lead the development of new tools to solve ever-changing problems in a complex industry
  • Evaluate operational and market data to identify opportunities for optimization
  • Provide deal pricing, structuring support, and competitive intelligence for SWE and Term Trading

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• A degree in an analytical field is required. Some examples include, but are not limited to, quantitative finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering
• An advanced degree in these areas, an MBA, or years of relevant experience is a plus

Experience/Skills:

• Experience in a related business function in the energy industry is required. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of production cost modeling, financial modeling, risk analysis, statistics and econometrics, unit commitment & dispatch theory, power trading in ISO and bi-lateral markets, natural gas markets and operations, hedging, regulatory environments is desired.
• Proficiency with standard business and analytical software such as Microsoft Office and Excel is required 
• Proficiency with mathematical or statistical software packages such as MATLAB and R is desired
• Proficiency with SQL or programming languages (like C++ or Python) is a plus
• Ability to build productive relationships and work in a fast-paced, competitive environment while handling multiple assignments
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a strong customer service approach. 
• Effective leadership of a team and the creation of an environment where team members can develop and be successful. 
• Creative and critical thinking when faced with new problems and challenges, along with desire for continual learning are required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• This position requires very little travel

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Demonstrate Southern Company Values
• Safety focus and a strong personal safety record

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• Some relocation assistance is available if you do not already live within a reasonable commute distance. 

BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent benefits packages which includes: 
  • Medical and dental coverage
  • Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
  • Performance-sharing plan
  • 401(k) plan with a generous company match
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement

***Please submit an updated resume with your application***

 

About Southern Company

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com. 

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.