What are the responsibilities and job description for the (Senior) Market Operations Analyst position at Avant Energy?
(Senior) Market Operations Analyst
Avant Energy seeks to hire a Market Operations Analyst to join our Market Operations team. This position involves performing daily market operations activities and reports directly to the VP of Market Operations. Avant is a place where you can have a career that provides a sense of purpose. We have a culture grounded in doing the right thing and believe in a better tomorrow.
This is an opportunity for someone who has an interest in energy, wants to work in a fast-paced team environment, can perform analytical work, and is able to draw conclusions and make good decisions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Market Operations Analyst has the opportunity to collaborate with others and provide expertise to support management of our clients’ energy objectives. Responsibilities include: analyzing and developing generation market offer strategies, optimizing value of our generation, executing market transactions and supporting asset management activities pertaining to generation portfolios of clients. This role will develop an understanding of the energy market rules and will have the opportunity to participate in the Avant On-call Paid Rotation.
The Market Operations Analyst contributes significantly to the continued development of our knowledge and understanding of energy markets. In addition, our operations group and senior management rely on the Market Operations Analyst work for strategic decision-making.
QUALIFICATIONS
We seek candidates with the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, or another quantitative field preferred.
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of analytical methods, data analysis and statistics through work experience, internships, research positions, or work-study.
- 2-5 years of experience in a business analysis capacity using analytical tools and methods to identify trends, develop projections, etc. Computer skills: proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Access, along with exposure to basic computer programming (i.e. VBA Macros).
- Highly analytical, quantitatively oriented, and able to learn quickly.
- Able to simultaneously manage multiple projects with varying levels of complexity and ambiguity.
- Problem solving and critical thinking.
- Enthusiastic and collaborative team player that can work independently when necessary and remain calm dealing with urgency.
COMPENSATION
Avant provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive Salary and Bonus
- Company-Paid Medical & Dental
- Company-Paid HSA
- Dependent Education Support
- Paid Parking or Public Transit
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- 401k Matching Contribution
- Electric Vehicle Allowance
- Free Healthy choice snacks
ABOUT US
Avant Energy is an energy management company that has provided energy consulting, project development and utility management services to Native American, utility, and college and university clients for nearly 40 years. We believe that “better is possible” – we do not accept the status quo and are continually striving to create value for our clients.
OUR VALUES
Our business is built on beliefs in human dignity, mutual respect, and integrity. Our collaborative culture encourages employees to grow professionally and be creative. We are community-focused in our approach to both clients and our business.
If we are a good fit for your skills and interest, we look forward to hearing from you at www.avantenergy.com.