Regional Energy Manager

Only open to domestic candidates at this time. 

BASIC FUNCTION:

This position is responsible for energy and related supply services procurement for a region of Gerdau North American facilities. 

DIMENSIONS:

1. Number of locations: 3-5 locations, as required

2. Annual purchases: $50-$100 million

3. Employees supervised: Contracted consultants, attorneys, lobbyists, as required

SALARY RANGE:

$120k-$150k based on experience

DESCRIPTION:

The Regional Energy Manager is responsible for securing and maintaining competitive arrangements for the supply of electricity, natural gas, industrial gases, and similar supply services necessary to meet the energy requirements of the Company.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must have a broad knowledge of:

• energy purchasing
• utility regulation
• organized and commodity markets
• accounting procedures
• steel manufacturing energy uses and costs
• supply sources, including renewables

Additionally, the candidate must have a:

• four-year undergraduate degree or more
• minimum of five years of relevant work experience (10 years preferred)

The candidate must be able to:

• communicate, negotiate, and advocate effectively
• have strong analytical, modeling, and computer skills (MS Office Suite)
• work remotely in an effective manner
• travel as required

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Plant Operations:

The Regional Energy Manager (REM) supplies energy for several mills within a broad geographical region and serves as a resource for plant management for energy forecasts, communication, and collaboration regarding commercial aspects of energy supply. In this position, the REM will:

• consult with plant management/users to adequately meet operational needs.
• analyze, develop, and implement effective procurement strategies.
• ensure effective implementation of supply arrangements and efficient use of resources.
• identify and pursue improvement opportunities; and
• ensure compliance with established risk management, accounting, and related policies/procedures.

Procurement and Vendor Relations:

The Regional Energy Manager develops and maintains effective business and professional contacts to keep abreast of market conditions, opportunities, and trends while developing supply sources and maintaining favorable vendor relations. In this position, the REM will:

• prepare requests for proposals and contracts.
• create studies of relevant issues and forecasts.
• maintain adequate files and records to compile periodic reports.
• analyze business unit consumption and requirements for energy-related supplies.
• plan purchases to take advantage of emerging market opportunities, meet inventory goals, and anticipate market conditions within established limits of authority.
• obtain competitive bids as required; and
• negotiate major supply arrangements under the general direction of the Director of Energy.

ADVOCACY:

The Regional Energy Manager serves as the Company's representative in commercial, regulatory, and governmental activities necessary to protect and further the interests of Gerdau in areas related to energy. In this position, the REM will:

• represent the Company's interests in local, state/provincial, and national regulatory and legislative arenas.
• work with associations to advocate for improved energy policy for manufacturers. 
• work with professionals, consulting resources, and counsel to secure specialized assistance as required, subject to approved budget.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Establish effective and competitive energy supply arrangements for regional area.

2. Monitor and maintain up-to-date intelligence in relevant energy markets and identify opportunities.

3. Develop competitive supply sources and maintain favorable vendor relations.

4. Cooperate with plant management to facilitate communication regarding energy needs and ensure efficiency and effectiveness of commercial arrangements.

5. Recommend, initiate, and carry out company policies and programs.

6. Effectively represent company interests in regulatory and political environments. 

7. Comply with corporate risk management policies regarding energy matters.

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship. 

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com.