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Pricing And Rates Manager

extra holidays - extra parental leave
Remote: 
Full Remote
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
Work from: 
Nebraska (USA), United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field, Strong knowledge of Excel, Word, database applications.

Key responsabilities:

  • Develop corporate rate philosophy and analyze rate structures
  • Lead Pricing Working Group and Long-Term Rate Strategy development
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Job description

  • Remote but must sit in Omaha or 1 Hour radius. This position develops the corporate rate philosophy, rate design and analysis, cost of service studies, transmission tariffs, and embedded cost studies to support the District's corporate goals and objectives. Innovative pricing concepts and designs are developed and analyzed to respond to changing customer preferences and industry trends. A diverse background of the electric utility industry will be critical as the position leads a diverse group of internal stakeholders on the Pricing Working Group to ensure customer service, operational and technology attributes are appropriately considered in the pricing process. The Manager will be an extremely visible individual leading the internal and external education and stakeholder outreach required for a healthy pricing services program. A long term rate strategy will need to be formulated that adequately supports sr Management and the Board of Director's vision into the future.
  • Build and maintain a competent/capable team of staff in alignment with Accountable Management System (AMS) guidelines.
  • Effectively apply Managerial Leadership Practices (MLPs) (i.e.: Management Accountabilities, Talent Inventory, Succession Planning, Organizational Performance Planning, Clarity Building, etc.) for assigned staff.
  • Develop and implement Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for all direct reports targeting: specific performance gaps necessary to fulfill the work of the Role, any currently assigned Key Accountabilities (KAs), or any special assignments designed to enhance the effectiveness of Role, Department, Division, etc. (Completed Annually)
  • Oversee and lead the development and implementation of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for High Potential Skip-level-Reports (SLRs)). Ensure designed plans prepare the individual to successfully assume work/role(s) as a direct report either within organizational scope or across departmental, divisional, or BU lines. (As Required)
  • Develop and maintain a set of staff performance metrics.
  • Reinforce, monitor and hold subordinate managers accountable for the effective application of Manager Leadership Practices.
  • Accountable to develop and implement plans and programs (1-2 years in scope) to achieve Financial Services Business Unit strategic objectives and to deliver desired outputs/assigned key accountabilities of the Corporate Planning Department.
  • Lead the analysis, and development of rate structures that align with the corporate rate philosophy and ensure electric service rates and charges are fair, reasonable, and nondiscriminatory.
  • Oversee the delivery of accurate cost of service studies to serve as a basis for the design of electric rate schedules for the various customer classes.
  • Lead the development of transmission tariffs for the District's wholesale and retail customers.
  • Lead the ongoing effort for load research to ensure the cost of service model and allocation methodologies is accurately assigning cost to cost causers.
  • Lead the development of pricing solutions for increasing levels of service that continue to evolve and change as a byproduct of evolving customer preferences while holding non participating customers financially harmless.
  • Provide pricing solutions for customers who want to share generation assets
  • Provide pricing solutions for customers or municipals who want to own solar generation assets.
  • Partner and collaborate closely with Product Development and Marketing.
  • Lead the 'Pricing Working Group' comprised of a diverse set of leaders.
  • Lead the development, socialization and approval of a long-term Rate Strategy.
  • cost and revenue profile will be changing dynamically in the coming years and the development of a long term rate strategy will be critical in achieving the District's strategic aspirations.
  • A multi-year rate model will need to be development to ensure they are on track with its strategic rate plan.

Skills & Qualifications

Heavy excel skills

High level management of ppl, will need to have managerial background, set a vision for the team. Will manage 10+ (will be managing remote)

Cost experience

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, engineering or other business related area.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • A working knowledge of the engineering concepts associated with the operation of an electrical utility system, pricing and rates design, as well as system design and operation.
  • Knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Cost of Service Models and other pricing applications.
  • Strong knowledge of evolving customer energy preferences and the ability to translate those preferences into rate structures enabling customers more energy solutions and maintaining sufficient cost recovery.
  • Working knowledge of data management, including database and spreadsheet applications, with the ability to develop and use complex models or quantitatively intense tools or specialized computer applications.
  • Ability to lead the pricing staff to adhere to the highest standards regarding the application of the cost of service model and record retention.
  • Ability to deploy a questioning attitude in the endless pursuit of changing customer preferences and pricing standards and the specific ability to properly incorporate the dynamic changes of the utility industry into legacy tools.
  • Proven ability to develop relationships and clearly communicate technical issues with internal and external customers in ways that can be understood by non-technical individuals.

Desired

  • Master's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, engineering, or related field.
  • Strong working knowledge of customer preferences and industry trends that affect pricing and customer demands.
  • Broad knowledge of the electric utility industry, including accounting practices

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Are Embedded Into Our Culture Through

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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Experience

Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
Industry :
Human Resources, Staffing & Recruiting
Spoken language(s):
English
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