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New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG), a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources, is seeking a Director Gas Supply to lead and manage NJNG Gas Supply group. Oversee the execution of trades that optimize the asset portfolio to generate savings and reduce costs for NJNG system supply. Ensure reliable supply is secured for city gate requirements.  Responsible for contract renewal, extension or restructuring.  Responsible for developing and managing NJNG's regulatory strategy to support and advance the Company's gas supply strategies.  The position requires communicating with NJBPU and NJ Division of Rate Counsel Staff to support the Company goal of meeting its regulatory objectives.  

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead, direct, and manage a gas supply team, including providing technical guidance, career development, and performance coaching.
• Develop and execute long-term and short-term gas supply strategies, including procurement, storage, and transportation.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with gas producers, marketers, and pipeline/storage operators.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of natural gas market structure, drivers, supply & demand, as well as price setting mechanisms.
• Oversee the preparation and execution of annual BGSS rate filings, including testimony, schedules, exhibits and work papers.
• Ensure design day study is completed each year and adequate supply secured to meet peak day demand.
• Build and maintain relationships, trust and credibility with the BPU and Rate Counsel staff, including their independent consultants.
• Serve as the primary gas supply representative for the utility with regulators and industry associations. This includes presenting the Company's positions, testifying at hearings, and negotiating outcomes.
• Accountable for and manage the preparation and accurate completion of discovery requests in annual BGSS proceedings, management audit or other proceedings involving gas supply.
• Monitor FERC, NAESB, and other proceedings that impact the costs or quality of service provided to NJNG’s customers.
• Attend and participate in NJNG Risk Management Committee meetings.
• Must adhere to Risk Management Guidelines, Company Code of Conduct, all relevant Pipeline/FERC/BPU rules.
• Ensure that appropriate policies, procedures and analysis for NJNG Gas Supply are being updated and adhered to.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, or related field is required, master’s or graduate degree preferred
• 10+ years of natural gas trading experience, ideally within a regulated utility environment
• Knowledge of natural gas industry processes, with a focus on energy trading, asset optimization and utility operations such as front and middle office (e.g. trading, pricing, risk analysis), back-office operations, regulatory/compliance, accounting/financial.
• Knowledge and understanding of regional pipeline/storage infrastructure and respective supply and demand composition and working relationships with key participants (producers/pipelines/utilities/end users/traders).
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills are necessary for effective stakeholder engagement, preparing regulatory filings, and delivering testimony.
• Ability to be persuasive and collaborate effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders, from team members to regulatory staff, is key to influencing decisions and outcomes.
• Experience in managing and coaching direct reports and establishing career development plans by identifying development goals, milestones, and measures.
• Strong negotiation skills to drive favorable outcomes with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the regulated and deregulated natural gas industry, including market dynamics and compliance requirements.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities, with a track record of identifying issues and implementing effective solutions under pressure.
• Travel requirement 20%

* The above job description is reflective of the primary duties of this position and in no way limits the supervisor from assigning any other duties, responsibilities or initiatives as deemed necessary.

Other Details:
Job Location Type is Hybrid.

Compensation: Expected base pay range for this role will be $147,500 to $206,500.
Base pay is based on several factors including, experience, skills, and knowledge.

This role will be eligible to participate in an annual short term incentive program.

Benefits That Support You

• Day one medical coverage, including prescription, vision and dental plans, so you’re supported right away.
• Our 401(k) plan has a generous company match to help you invest in your future.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program so you can share in the company’s success.
• Wellness perks, including free on and off site fitness centers and other programs to keep you feeling your best.
• A confidential Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing.
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement to help grow your skills and advance your career.
• Vacation and company-paid holidays, so you can rest and recharge.
• Flexible work arrangements with many roles offering hybrid options based on job responsibilities and business needs.

New Jersey Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status.