REGIONAL ENERGY MANAGER

BASIC FUNCTION:

This position is responsible for energy and related supply/services procurement for a region of Gerdau North American facilities.

DIMENSIONS:

1. Number of locations:     3-5 locations, as required

2. Annual purchases:         $50 Million-$100 Million

3. Employees supervised:  Contracted consultants, attorneys, lobbyists, as required

DESCRIPTION:

The Regional Energy Manager is responsible for securing and maintaining competitive arrangements for the supply of electricity, natural gas, industrial gases, and similar supply/services necessary to meet the energy requirements of the Company.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must possess a broad knowledge of:

• energy purchasing
• utility regulation
• organized and commodity markets
• accounting procedures
• steel manufacturing energy uses and costs
• supply sources, including renewables 

Additionally, the candidate must have a:

• four-year undergraduate degree or more
• minimum of five years of relevant work experience (10 years preferable)

The candidate must be able to:

• communicate, negotiate, and advocate effectively
• have strong analytical, modeling and computer skills (MS Office Suite)
• work remotely in an effective manner
• travel as required

JOB TITLE:  Regional Energy Manager                                   JOB NUMBER

NATURE & SCOPE:

Plant Operations:
The Regional Energy Manager (REM) supplies energy for several mills within a broad geographical region and serves as a resource for plant management for energy forecasts, communication, and collaboration regarding commercial aspects of energy supply. The successful candidate will:

• consult with plant management/users to adequately meet operational needs;
• analyze, develop and implement effective procurement strategies;

• ensure effective implementation of supply arrangements and efficient use of resources;
• identify and pursue improvement opportunities; and
• ensure compliance with established risk management, accounting, and related policies/procedures.

Procurement and Vendor Relations:
The Regional Energy Manager develops and maintains effective business and professional contacts to keep abreast of market conditions, opportunities, and trends while developing supply sources and maintaining favorable vendor relations. In this position, the REM will:

• prepare requests for proposals and contracts;

• create studies of relevant issues and forecasts;
• maintain adequate files and records to compile periodic reports;

• analyze business unit consumption and requirements for energy-related supplies;

• plan purchases to take advantage of emerging market opportunities, meet inventory goals, and anticipate market conditions within established limits of authority;
• obtain competitive bids as required; and
• negotiate major supply arrangements under the general direction of the Director of Energy.

Advocacy:

The Regional Energy Manager serves as the Company’s representative in commercial, regulatory, and governmental activities necessary to protect and further the interests of Gerdau in areas related to energy. In this position, the REM will:

• represent the Company’s interests in local, state/provincial, and national regulatory and legislative arenas;
• work with associations to advocate for improved energy policy for manufacturers;
• work with professionals, consulting resources, and counsel to secure specialized assistance as required, subject to approved budget.