Economic Development Rep. II
Description
Economic Development Rep II
This position is responsible for generating project leads and managing projects to achieve our mission of increasing revenue through the location, expansion, and retention of business.
The Economic Development Representative is responsible for participating in recruiting events in order to recruit business executives and site selection consultants to our service territory. The position is also responsible for working closely with state, regional and local economic development organizations and providing professional project management assistance on both new and expansion projects.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
-Four Year College Degree is required, preferably in business administration, marketing, economic development, urban planning or related. Master's Degree in business, economic development, urban planning, public administration or related fields is preferred.
-A minimum of 5 years of experience in economic development, sales or marketing, business or related fields is strongly preferred.
-Demonstrated knowledge of the economic development process and the political economic development environment.
-A track record in exercising sound judgment and in handling confidential information.
-Highly organized with attention to detail and the ability to work on multiple time-critical projects without direct supervision.
-An understanding of relationship-based sales and marketing.
-Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse team, both internally and externally.
-Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills to provide data or information to wide and diverse audiences which may include community and political leaders, and company leadership.
-A general working knowledge of company operations is required.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Develop strong working alliances with State, regional and local economic development organizations. Provide professional project management support of new business recruitment efforts and projects involving the retention or expansion of existing businesses.
-Meet and establish relationships with business executives who are considering expanding or relocating their operations. Build a business case for locating business in our service territory.
-An understanding of relationship-based sales and marketing.
-Work cooperatively with the economic development team and leadership, Customer Solutions, and Community Affairs on economic development issues.
-Take responsibility for planning and conducting site tours for prospects and consultants in our service territory.
-Participate in familiarization tours, conference calls and other events in order to generate leads.
-Take primary responsibility for the development and timely submittal of responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs). Provide oversight to support personnel engaged in research, mapping, creative design, and packaging.
-Become knowledgeable about our area - our workforce, transportation and utility infrastructure, industrial parks and available buildings, tax and development incentives, and rates.
-Keep the Director and Manager informed of project activity. Update information systems on a regular basis.
-Other duties as assigned.
Southern Company Gas provides for the energy needs of millions of U.S. households and businesses. As the largest natural gas-only distribution company in the United States, with more than 150 years of history behind us, we're working to ensure that Americans have access to an abundant, safely delivered supply of natural gas for decades to come. We offer our customers a wide range of energy services under one umbrella: seven regulated utilities as well as non-regulated businesses that offer retail, wholesale and storage services.
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy company serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries as of Jan. 1, 2019. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have been building the future of energy and developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables, energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation and a low-carbon future, Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have been recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, Forbes and the Women's Choice Award. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Illinois-Metro Chicago-Naperville
Operating Company: Nicor Gas
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time
Work Location(s):
G O Naperville - 1844 W Ferry Rd. (1844NapervilleCODE)
1844 W Ferry Rd.
Naperville, 60536
Req ID: GAS2004168
