Strategy Analyst

Tucson Electric Power•AZ, AZ

About The Position

The Strategy Analyst supports the design, measurement, and tracking of the Company’s corporate strategy and helps business units operationalize it. The role supports the Director, Corporate Strategy and Innovation with strategic planning activities, establishes mechanisms for tracking corporate goals and initiatives, and serves as an internal consultant and subject matter expert on the Company’s strategy framework, processes, and tools. It requires leadership through influence and effective communication across diverse teams and leadership levels. The position coordinates the corporate strategy process and operating rhythm; synthesizes research, analysis, and cross-functional input into executive-ready materials; and advises business unit leaders on aligning plans, projects, and budgets with Company strategy. It also supports the use of strategy execution tools, facilitates workshops and learning sessions, assists with strategic initiative proposals and business cases, and develops communication materials that explain corporate strategy to broad internal audiences. The role may provide services to Company affiliates subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or post-graduate degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Project Management, Analytics, Organizational Leadership, Law, or a related field.
At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in strategy, business analysis, strategic planning, consulting, finance, project governance, or a related function.
Utility or regulated-industry experience.
Ability to collect, analyze, and synthesize data to support decision-making.
Ability to listen actively and communicate effectively with diverse groups across functional lines and through different forms of communication.
Ability to articulate dissenting or alternative positions constructively and persuasively.
Ability to use emotional intelligence, poise, tact, and diplomacy to build relationships and lead through influence.
Consistent use of “how might we” thinking and a solution-focused approach in constrained environments.
Strong business acumen.
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, with accuracy and attention to detail in a high-stakes environment.
Ability to build presentations and present to a wide range of audiences.
Proficiency with personal computer applications and software technology, including key Microsoft products.

Nice To Haves

At least five years of relevant professional experience in a function related to developing or executing business strategy.
Experience building trust and credibility with senior executives.
Experience with OKRs, strategy execution, performance management, or strategy platforms.
Experience in data or financial analysis and business-case development.
Management consulting, corporate strategy, PMO, or enterprise transformation experience.
Facilitation or workshop experience.
Familiarity with project governance or stage-gate processes.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the corporate strategy process and operating rhythm to ensure consistent, accurate, and timely progress tracking.
Turn research, analysis, and cross-functional input into executive-ready reports, presentations, and analysis for leadership.
Serve as an internal consultant and subject matter expert on the Company’s strategy framework.
Advise business unit leaders on strategy and help align plans, projects, and budgets with Company strategy.
Promote an outcome-focused mindset and support leaders and teams in setting inspirational, measurable objectives and key results (OKRs).
Support implementation of strategy execution tools and platforms across the enterprise.
Help business leaders connect enterprise strategy to business unit strategies.
Develop and facilitate workshops, training, and peer-to-peer learning sessions to support strategy design and execution at enterprise and business-unit levels.
Help business units develop and vet strategic initiative proposals, build aligned business cases, and navigate approval and funding processes for new projects.
Translate corporate strategy for broad internal audiences by developing clear communication materials and a human-centered communication strategy.
Provide services to Company affiliates as applicable, subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.