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Southern Company Gas Supply Analyst I in Atlanta, Georgia
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for assisting with management of the natural gas supply plans for the local distribution companies, which
may include tasks related to demand forecasting, natural gas supply planning, purchasing, scheduling, confirmation,
transaction data management, and contract management. Interface with operations groups, producers and marketers,
upstream service representatives, and other business partners. Assist the Analyst II, Senior Analyst, Lead Analyst, and
Gas Supply Manager with support for other supply-related matters.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education
• Degree in Business, Accounting, Engineering, or an equivalent field is required. An advanced degree in one of
these fields is desired.
Experience
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate complex topics verbally and in writing.
• Experience with natural gas pipeline transportation and storage service is preferred.
• This position requires someone who is comfortable performing detail-oriented work under tight deadlines in a
fast-paced environment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Teamwork – Interact with operations groups, teammates, and leadership team to help make optimal decisions
to supply natural gas for the local distribution companies. Must be able to work effectively in an open, team
environment during stressful situations, seeking out opportunities to help others and to make the team
successful.
• Communication – Ability to handle simultaneous telephone calls, instant messages, and computer tasks
associated with natural gas supply activities.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with teammates, internal customers, business partners, and
service providers.
• Ability to quickly learn and assimilate new tasks and information. Must be able to comprehend and follow
detailed work while understanding how the outcomes affect customers and corporate strategies.
• Proficiency with standard analytical and business software such as Microsoft Office.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist with preparation of daily supply setups consistent with company strategy and regulatory requirements.
• Schedule and confirm natural gas supply purchases using the appropriate systems.
• Work with operations groups, teammates, and leadership team to optimize the daily needs of the system.
• Creatively seek ways to maximize the value of pipeline transportation, storage, and supply assets.
• Maintain a thorough and up to date understanding of the practical operational aspects of applicable pipeline
transportation and storage services and their tariff and contractual provisions.
• Participate in the development of gas supply strategies for the local distribution companies.
• Participate in weekend back-up rotation, and back-up other team members as needed. Occasional weekend
and after-hours work may be required.
Duties Discretion:
Employee receives clear instructions from supervisor regarding what to do and how to do it.
Tasks follow set guidelines or procedures.
Employee must consider alternative courses of action and then make a decision after considering the
options.
Employee has the authority to make significant choices and decisions, without specific guidance or direction
from the supervisor.
Explanation: While the Analyst I is expected to work independently, their tasks are necessarily well-defined and
documented for consistent results and to withstand regulatory scrutiny. The weather, operating conditions, and market
fundamentals are dynamic and ever-changing. This requires the Analyst I to apply appropriate flexibility and discretion
when completing their work, relying on their teammates and leadership team as needed.
Task Complexity:
Tasks are straight-forward, routine, and often repetitive.
Tasks are varied and fairly complex.
Assignments are quite varied and highly complex.
Explanation: The weather, operating conditions, and market fundamentals are dynamic and ever-changing. This
requires the Analyst I to apply appropriate flexibility and discretion when completing their work, relying on their
teammates and leadership team as needed.
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
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 Identification: 10301
Job Category: Gas Pipeline Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
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