Strategy Analyst
Description
The Alabama Power Marketing Strategy Analyst is responsible for developing strategic plans and valuation models, assisting in preparing presentations to describe the strategic rationale, creating perspectives on the strategic landscapes, and assisting in due diligence. Projects involve solving complex problems and improving operating performance across a broad variety of business units, from distributed energy resources (solar, battery, EVs), to non-kWh products and services (lighting, energy services), to corporate support functions. The Marketing Strategy group partners with internal business units to understand key business challenges and opportunities, conduct detailed analyses, and formulate strategic solutions. The analyst will also be responsible for thinking critically about the impact on the business from a strategic and integration perspective.
This role will focus on all of Alabama Power Company's residential, commercial, and industrial customers focusing on customer attraction/retention strategies and programs, including kWh and non-kWh sales, new and future products and services, and business processes & technology.
The analyst is someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and gets excited about the opportunity to contribute to the company's long-term success. In addition, the analyst is at the forefront of industry trends, constantly seeking new ideas to bring to the table.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Plan Creation
Provides thought leadership and execution support on assignments to craft strategies
Consults with clients to identify, clarify, and solve problems critical to internal clients' strategy and operating success, ranging across all customer classes (R, C, I).
Identify strategic issues and opportunities and deliver recommendations related to findings across all customer classes
Qualitative and quantitative research using public and proprietary data
Growth Goals and KPIs Development
Development of goals and key metrics for sales and development organization
Communication of goals and expectations to all levels of sales and marketing leadership
Continuous evaluation of process and metrics to identify potential areas of enhancement
Business Process Assessment and Plan Development
Internal review of specific business approaches to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
Creation of assessments and benchmarking
Recommendations for improvement and best practices
Candidates with the following preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply:
Education
Experience
Experience developing plans to achieve company/business unit strategies
Experience leading cross-functional groups to develop and implement strategic goals and initiatives
Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to break down problems into fundamental parts, identify root causes, synthesize findings, and make informed decisions
Experience with different types of analysis (e.g., financial analysis and modeling, process analysis)
Proven ability to influence and communicate complex ideas effectively, verbally and in writing (including comfort and proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint)
Demonstrated high level of initiative and organization, with the ability to be resilient and adaptable
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Strong interest in and curiosity of the energy transition and utility business unit strategies
Intellectual curiosity and open-mindedness ready to question existing systems, business models, and processes and devise innovative solutions
Self-starter with the ability to tackle high impact strategic projects
Strong interest in learning new skills and managing multiple projects across varying topics
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Sound understanding of market research
Ability to effectively communicate (written and orally) complex analysis and data
Ability to assimilate and analyze large data sets and make high impact recommendations to management
Electric utility industry knowledge is a plus
Leadership potential
Alabama Power provides the valuable combination of competitive prices, reliable electricity supply and unparalleled service to 1.4 million homes, businesses and industries in the southern two-thirds of Alabama.
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at 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 Field: Sales & Marketing
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Birmingham
Operating Company: Alabama Power Company
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time
Work Location(s):
APC Corporate Headquarters - 600 North 18th Street (600BIRMINGHAM)
600 North 18th Street
Birmingham, 35203
Req ID: APC2007169
