Manager Market Strategy & Analysis

Calpine•Houston, TX

About The Position

The primary focus of the position is retail electric markets in the Northeast and Midwest U.S. The candidate will support Calpine Retail supply, commercial and sales teams by (1) monitoring, analyzing and communicating key regulatory policy developments that may directly or indirectly impact the company and (2) advocating policies that enhance Calpine’s business processes. The ideal candidate will have thorough understanding of state regulatory processes including a working knowledge of agency rules related to retail energy competition.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required in a field related to regulatory affairs, public affairs, law, business or communications.
At least 7-10 years of experience is required monitoring, developing, and coordinating regulatory strategy in a retail and wholesale energy business setting.
Must possess strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Must have working knowledge of retail energy policy issues, including understanding of state regulatory processes, ISO/RTO operations and utility tariffs
Must have the ability to analyze complex problems, evaluate risks and provide recommendations to management
Must have outstanding oral and written communication skills
Must demonstrate high degree of professionalism in dealing with internal and external stakeholders including ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals and groups of varied interests
Must excel at working as part of a team, as well as working independently
Must be able to work remotely to achieve objectives while maintaining a strong working relationship with internal staff located in various offices in the U.S
Occasional travel is required

Responsibilities

Support Calpine Retail commercial, supply and sales efforts by monitoring market developments and performing comprehensive analysis of proposed/existing regulations and legislation; includes identifying, quantifying and communicating the impact of potential policy changes
Support Calpine Retail sales team by providing frequent regulatory policy updates, attending customer meetings and sharing competitive market intelligence
Research and interpret regulations in response to questions from internal stakeholders on how regulations apply to business initiatives and issues
Monitor, analyze and report on relevant federal, state and city energy/environmental policy development
Collaborate with Calpine Retail commercial, supply and sales teams on product development and business strategy at the intersection of market competition and governmental policy
Identify opportunities to expand and improve competitive energy products and services
Provide guidance and information on complex supply-related issues, including utility rate proceedings, RPS and Capacity matters.
Support Calpine Retail sales team by helping prospective and existing commercial and industrial customers navigate the energy regulatory landscape
Track and pursue opportunities made available by federal legislative or regulatory enactments that are being implemented at the state and city level
Coordinate with internal business units on compliance with regulations and requirements for the marketing and sale of energy and transactional/operational rules, as applicable
Assist Legal in the review and approval of sales contracts and marketing materials
Interface with regulated utilities in support of business operations