Energy Markets Analyst

Duties:

Coordinate and run RFP’s in all deregulated markets in North America for electricity and natural gas
Research and track utility account information
Provide customer updates on supply pricing and RFP results
Provide written updates to clients on current market fundamentals and outlooks
Structure and negotiate energy contracts
Employ our wholesale platform to track market movement and identify execution opportunities for clients
Assist with forecasting, monitoring, and tracking success of current strategies through reporting of supply and local distribution costs
Review ISO and local utility level related charges
Solicit and evaluate competitive electricity and natural gas supply proposals from retail energy suppliers.
Manage supplier relationships and coordinate procurement events in deregulated energy markets.
Analyze supplier pricing structures including fixed-price, index, block-and-index, and other energy procurement products.
Develop procurement recommendations based on market conditions, customer risk tolerance, and energy usage characteristics.
Maintain knowledge of wholesale energy market fundamentals, including ISO/RTO markets, capacity, transmission, and natural gas market drivers.
Negotiate commercial energy contracts and supplier terms on behalf of clients.
Present procurement recommendations and market updates directly to commercial and industrial customers.

Qualifications
AA/BS degree in Finance, Energy, Mathematics, Economics, Business, or a related analytical discipline preferred.
3–5 years of experience in energy procurement, retail energy supply, energy brokerage, utility account management, energy consulting, or a related energy market function strongly preferred. Candidates with experience in retail energy, energy procurement, energy consulting, or utility operations is strongly preferred.
Experience with commercial electricity and natural gas procurement.
Experience working for an energy brokerage, retail energy supplier, utility, or energy consulting firm preferred.
Experience evaluating supplier pricing proposals and managing procurement events.
Knowledge of deregulated electricity and natural gas markets.
Familiarity with ISO/RTO markets (PJM, ERCOT, MISO, NYISO, ISO-NE, CAISO) preferred.
Knowledge of commodity market concepts and energy pricing structures, including fixed-price and index products.
Experience interfacing with retail energy customers and energy suppliers.
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational, project management, and follow-through skills.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
Experience with statistical, analytical, or reporting software preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting deadlines.
Self-motivated with a desire to research, learn, and work independently.