Work Planning & Forecasting Manager

NiSource•Columbus, OH

About The Position

Initiates the planning, development and implementation of the capital work plan and budget in support of the Capital Plan. Monitors both the O&M and capital budget programs to ensure financial and operational goals are realized. Ensures that optimization of work and resource allocation is adequately performed. Obtains baseline historical data required for the development and management of Operating plans and budgets. To facilitate the work forecasting and planning process for Distribution Operations. To provide strategic technical, financial and functional consultation and support. Essential Functions Work closely with new business, scheduling, operations, engineering, procurement, and material handling to anticipate requirements necessary to meet customer expectations and the business plan. Manage financial and operational plans and implements controls necessary to maintain dependable plans. Responsible for work planning and resource allocations. Manage the preparation of the annual and monthly Capital Work Plan and the translation of the operations plans into Capital budgets. Responsible for budget variance reporting, issue tracking and resolution status. Design reports covering historical performance and forecasted requirements. Provide feedback to management regarding operating results, including recommendations on findings. Keep abreast of business and market trends that may affect the business/department. Define and participate in the achievement of short and long-term business objectives. Promote the necessary environment for effective internal customer satisfaction and collaboration. Evaluate and implement work load level and company/contract decisions to enable effective resource allocation. Ensure ongoing collaborative relationships with key internal operations partners, i.e. Managers, GM's, and VP's. Financial plans are created and gaps are adequately explained in a timely manner. Met or exceeded expectations of internal customers by delivering quality and timely service. Attainment of budgetary and metric goals. Increased recognition and sharing of leading practice opportunities, targeting consistent operating practices across NGD engineering and construction organizations. Work and resources are effectively prioritized and optimized. Safe, efficient operations in compliance with all mandated government regulations and Company policies/procedures. Performance based culture focused on continuously improved customer satisfaction/metrics. Strong, collaborative relationships with cross functional peer groups. Strong operational partnerships. Results that meet or exceed construction operations goals and budgets.

Requirements

4-6 years Five years’ experience in Distribution Operations.
1-2 years presenting to Executive Leadership.
Demonstrated understanding of planning and budgeting activities which support the construction, operation, maintenance and service of distribution facilities.
Demonstrated knowledge of operational systems such as WM, DIS/CIS, etc.
Strong knowledge of safety and compliance requirements.
Demonstrated knowledge of operations activities, equipment, supplies and materials.
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to grasp technical explanations of operations scenarios and draw accurate conclusions.
Demonstrated project and time management skills.
Strong knowledge of budgeting process and systems.
Draw accurate conclusions from quantitative information and make sound decisions.
Proficiency in PC applications including Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint.
Strong knowledge of company policies and procedures.
Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or related curriculum from an accredited college or comparable work experience.

Responsibilities

Initiates the planning, development and implementation of the capital work plan and budget in support of the Capital Plan.
Monitors both the O&M and capital budget programs to ensure financial and operational goals are realized.
Ensures that optimization of work and resource allocation is adequately performed.
Obtains baseline historical data required for the development and management of Operating plans and budgets.
To facilitate the work forecasting and planning process for Distribution Operations.
To provide strategic technical, financial and functional consultation and support.
Work closely with new business, scheduling, operations, engineering, procurement, and material handling to anticipate requirements necessary to meet customer expectations and the business plan.
Manage financial and operational plans and implements controls necessary to maintain dependable plans.
Responsible for work planning and resource allocations.
Manage the preparation of the annual and monthly Capital Work Plan and the translation of the operations plans into Capital budgets.
Responsible for budget variance reporting, issue tracking and resolution status.
Design reports covering historical performance and forecasted requirements.
Provide feedback to management regarding operating results, including recommendations on findings.
Keep abreast of business and market trends that may affect the business/department.
Define and participate in the achievement of short and long-term business objectives.
Promote the necessary environment for effective internal customer satisfaction and collaboration.
Evaluate and implement work load level and company/contract decisions to enable effective resource allocation.
Ensure ongoing collaborative relationships with key internal operations partners, i.e. Managers, GM's, and VP's.
Financial plans are created and gaps are adequately explained in a timely manner.
Met or exceeded expectations of internal customers by delivering quality and timely service.
Attainment of budgetary and metric goals.
Increased recognition and sharing of leading practice opportunities, targeting consistent operating practices across NGD engineering and construction organizations.
Work and resources are effectively prioritized and optimized.
Safe, efficient operations in compliance with all mandated government regulations and Company policies/procedures.
Performance based culture focused on continuously improved customer satisfaction/metrics.
Strong, collaborative relationships with cross functional peer groups.
Strong operational partnerships.
Results that meet or exceed construction operations goals and budgets.