Natural Gas Senior Portfolio Manager

NTT Global Data Centers

3d • Remote

About The Position

Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported. Your role at a glance NTT Global Data Centers is seeking a senior, commercially driven leader to originate, structure, and secure natural gas supply across the United States, enabling power generation for new data center developments and behind-the-meter (BTM) solutions. The role will also serve as a global subject matter expert, supporting EMEA and APAC teams with strategy, deal structuring, and market insight. This position is critical to overcoming power constraints and ensuring speed-to-market in competitive, supply-constrained regions. What we are looking for

Requirements

• Demonstrated success negotiating complex gas supply and transportation agreements.
• Experience supporting power generation projects
• Ability to translate physical infrastructure constraints into executable commercial strategies.
• Executive presence with ability to influence site selection, investment decisions, and cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to operate in fast-moving, ambiguous environments where infrastructure must be created—not just sourced.
• Strong stakeholder management across internal teams, suppliers, regulators, and partners.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, Economics, Finance, or a related field required
• 10–15+ years in natural gas sourcing, trading, midstream, or energy infrastructure development, with strong U.S. market experience.
• Ability to travel by airplane
• Operate computer, peripherals, and other office equipment.
• Remote-based position with extensive daily use of digital collaboration tools
• Remote with travel approximately 15% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to international gas markets (EMEA/APAC) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• U.S. Gas Supply Origination & Execution • Lead identification and procurement of firm, scalable natural gas supply for U.S. data center developments. • Evaluate and secure access to pipeline capacity, storage, and LNG alternatives where applicable. • Develop region-specific sourcing strategies (ERCOT, PJM, MISO, Southeast, etc.) aligned with site expansion.
• Commercial Structuring & Negotiation • Lead negotiation of Gas Supply Agreements (GSAs), transportation agreements, and capacity releases. • Structure commercial frameworks across spot, mid-term, and long-term supply, balancing flexibility vs. price certainty. • Partner with finance and legal to manage pricing structures (index vs. fixed), credit terms, and risk allocation.
• Site Development & Behind-the-Meter Enablement • Support land and power teams by assessing gas availability, interconnection feasibility, and infrastructure lead times during site selection. • Enable behind-the-meter generation strategies, including gas-fired plants, microgrids, and hybrid energy systems. • Identify early-stage constraints (pipeline congestion, permitting, lateral build requirements) and propose solutions.
• Infrastructure Development & Strategic Partnerships • Build and manage relationships with producers, pipelines, utilities, LNG providers, and midstream developers. • Originate opportunities for new pipeline laterals, compression, storage, and on-site LNG regasification. • Evaluate co-investment or partnership structures to unlock constrained supply.
• Global Advisory • Serve as internal SME for natural gas markets, contracting, and infrastructure strategy. • Support regional teams on deal structuring, supplier engagement, and risk evaluation. • Provide insights into global gas dynamics and implications for local strategy.
• Market Intelligence & Risk Management • Maintain real-time understanding of U.S. and global gas markets, regulatory environments, and geopolitical risks. • Advise leadership on portfolio exposure, hedging strategies, and long-term fuel positioning. • Track policy trends impacting gas usage, emissions, and future fuel alternatives (RNG, hydrogen blending).

Benefits

• NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and location.
• Base salary for this position is $96,400 - $181,800.
• All regular full-time employees are eligible for an annual bonus; payout is dependent upon individual and company performance.
• Employees receive paid time-off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and supplemental insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending account, and 401k retirement plan to create a rich Total Rewards package.”

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees