Vice President of Origination (Irving, TX)

Tenaska•Irving, TX

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Tenaska Marketing Ventures (TMV) is seeking a dynamic results-driven energy leader for our Origination team in Irving, TX . The position title - Director, Senior Director, or Vice President - will reflect the candidate’s expertise and experience. This role leads the identification, structuring, and execution of high-value natural gas transactions, drives business growth by cultivating strategic customer and industry relationships, and leverages deep expertise in gas markets and regulatory frameworks to provide actionable market insights that guide organizational strategy. Success in this role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to navigate complex deals in rapidly changing market conditions. Location: Onsite in Irving, TX.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Engineering, Business (Marketing, Finance, Accounting, Economics), or a related field; equivalent experience considered
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in the energy industry
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Dependable, reliable, and predictable attendance
Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate
Travel: Up to 50%

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates high standards of performance, accountability, and integrity
Analytical and detail oriented with a strong problem-solving mindset
Adaptable to rapidly changing markets, policies, and business priorities
Thrives under pressure and meets critical deadlines
Proactive in identifying opportunities and resolving challenges
Strong leadership, organizational, negotiation, and time management skills
Builds and maintains strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
Leads discussions with senior management and cross-functional teams
Financially savvy with expertise in complex financial models
Manages projects independently and drives results
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Lead all phases of transaction development, from opportunity identification to deal execution
Structures and negotiates high-value natural gas and energy management agreements and related contracts
Collaborates across functions to negotiate and finalize commercial contracts with third parties
Builds and maintains strategic relationships with customers, counterparties, and industry partners
Represents Tenaska at industry events to cultivate and strengthen business opportunities
Leverage market insights to identify trends, gaps, and new business opportunities in natural gas products
Maintains deep expertise in designated gas markets, including regulations, natural gas transportation and generation fundamentals, and supply–demand dynamics
Gathers and analyzes market feedback to assess competitive positioning and inform strategy
Evaluates broader market fundamentals, including policy drivers, financial incentives, business strategies, and industry trends
Provides management with actionable market and competitive intelligence to guide decision-making