Sr. Manager, Retail Renewable Portfolio & PPA Management

bp•Houston, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

About us Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, motivated by best-in-class insight and expertise. We’re always striving for more innovative digital solutions, sustainable outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too. Together we continue to grow as the world’s leading energy company! About the role The Manager, Renewable Portfolio & PPA Management is accountable for the retail renewable energy portfolio, including position management, P&L oversight, controls, and compliance obligations. The manager will supervise more junior staff members who will support daily operational activities, data processing, reporting, and compliance tasks. The manager is expected to provide direction, ensure quality and accuracy, improve processes, and act as the primary owner of key commercial decisions and stakeholder interactions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Energy Management, Data Analytics, or a related field.
Experience in energy supply, power markets, renewable energy, or related commercial roles.
Strong understanding of retail energy markets, RPS, REC markets, and renewable compliance frameworks.
Proven experience with advanced Excel, VBA, and SQL for analytics, process automation, reporting, and control design.
Proven experience in process improvement, data validation, and implementing operational controls.
Experience reviewing and managing the work of junior staff or analysts.
Strong analytical, commercial, negotiation, and communication skills.
Leadership and mentoring skills
Strategic and analytical thinking
Technical proficiency (Excel/VBA, SQL; Python preferred)
Strong process improvement and control orientation
Ability to lead multiple priorities and delegate effectively
Commercial savvy and sound judgment
Clear and effective communication
Strong cross-functional collaboration

Nice To Haves

Experience with Python for data automation and analytics preferred
Experience with ETRM systems and reporting tools

Responsibilities

Leadership & Oversight Provide oversight, mentorship, and workload direction for junior team members responsible for daily renewable portfolio operations, reporting, validations, and compliance tasks.
Review and approve analysts’ work to ensure accuracy, proper controls, and adherence to deadlines.
Lead process improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, strengthen controls, and enhance data reliability.
Portfolio & Position Management Accountable for renewable portfolio positions to ensure alignment with load forecasts, renewable product commitments, and market conditions.
Review daily and monthly P&L results prepared by analysts; identify drivers and recommend optimization strategies.
Develop or improve analytical frameworks for forecasting renewable supply, REC positions, pricing impacts, and financial outcomes.
Establish and maintain thorough validation and control processes across position reporting and P&L.
Renewable PPA Management Lead the full lifecycle of renewable PPA processes.
Direct analysts in gathering data, preparing evaluations, and tracking PPA performance.
Coordinate with Retail Supply, Operations, Risk, Finance, and Regulatory teams to ensure contract terms and ongoing obligations meet requirements.
Accountable for monitoring of PPA performance, achievements, settlements, and contract compliance.
Compliance & Reporting Own compliance reporting obligations relating to Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) and REC tracking.
Supervise analysts responsible for day-to-day REC management, data validation, and filing preparation.
Enhance compliance reporting through automation, improved validations, and process design.
Cross-Functional Collaboration Serve as the main point of contact for internal teams on renewable portfolio topics.
Provide management-level insights to support budgeting, forecasting, new renewable product development, and strategic decision making.
Lead communication and presentations to leadership regarding renewable portfolio performance and PPA developments.