Senior Product Portfolio Specialist

Portland General Electric • Portland, OR

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About The Position

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all. Senior Product Development Specialist Job Function Summary Develops the technology, demonstrations, products and service pilots and programs to anticipate customer needs. Key Job Information Senior Product Development Specialist 6725 Grade 8 Career Level: P4 Specialist: Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations May lead functional teams or projects

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, economics, marketing, communications or other related field or equivalent experience.
• Typically eight or more years in product development, project management or related field.
• Advanced knowledge of marketing principles, marketing research and evaluation techniques
• Advanced knowledge of energy industry players and their technologies, the competitive market and market trends
• Advanced knowledge of a utility business model, operations and economics effecting profitability
• Advanced skills in product promotion and communication
• Advanced skills in analyzing the costs and benefits and functional aspects of new energy-related technologies and products
• Intermediate knowledge of finance, economic and accounting principles
• Intermediate computer skills using Microsoft Office suite
• Advanced analytical thinking skills
• Advanced business acumen
• Advanced creativity and innovation skills
• Advanced influence skills
• Advanced presentation and facilitation skills
• Advanced problem-solving skills
• Advanced project management skills
• Advanced written and oral communications skills
• Cognitive Level Substantial: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).
• Cognitive Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks
• Ability to follow accuracy standards
• Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
• Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
• Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress
• Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
• Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback
• Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement
• Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks
• Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization
• Demonstrates sound memory
• Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks
• Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule [typically for nonexempt positions, although some exempt positions may have an established start/stop time]
• Ability to work long hours [typically for exempt positions; if included in nonexempt positions, overtime applies]
• Ability to work a variable schedule
• Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather
• Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance [for part-time positions, change to part-time attendance]
• Ability to work shift schedule
• Ability to work on-call schedule
• Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)
• Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)
• Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)
• Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)
• Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
• Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 10 lb
• Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 50 lb
• Lifting/pushing/pulling: More than 50 lb
• Carrying: Up to 10 lb
• Carrying: Up to 50 lb
• Carrying: More than 50 lb
• Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats) (check all that apply): ◦ Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)
• Confined spaces
• Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)
• Stairs (over 10 steps)
• Ladders (over 10 rungs)
• Environment - Indoor/Outdoor Office Plant Field
• Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.

Responsibilities

• Energy Industry Research and Analysis
• Product Testing and Assessment
• Product Development Planning and Implementation
• Resources and Internal Relations
• Product Promotion
• Program Budget and Project Status
• Vendor Management
• External Relations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level