**JOB SUMMARY** This position is responsible for leading a team of employees and consultants that perform many of the support functions for FROW (Forestry & R/W Services) field operations. Key areas include procurement, project controls, business intelligence, data analytics, unregulated vegetation management services, technology, GPC Storm Center support, and customer communication. Position will manage the sourcing and renewal of vendor service contracts. Candidate should have knowledge of CAMP (Contract Activity Management Program) and Supply Chain processes. Manages financial transactions like unregulated billing and check requests. This position will build, maintain, or support tools/software which track financial performance, including monthly spending and workplan progress. Will be directly involved in the development of the Condition Based Maintenance workplan for distribution and transmission vegetation management programs; supports the transmission workplan from a systems and reporting standpoint. The business office manager is also responsible for ensuring the organization is enabled by technology, maintaining the systems used by the organization daily and delivering value-added enhancements to drive operational excellence. This position will develop and maintain relationships with multiple stakeholders including leadership in other business units and contract vendors. This position also has a storm restoration support role and will lead the team responsible for supporting the Forestry storm center. Candidate must provide leadership to team, develop employees, and manage employee performance. **JOB REQUIREMENTS** _Educational/Certification Requirements:_ + Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, Accounting, or related discipline is required. Graduate degree preferred. _Experience Desired:_ + Experience with service contract development and administration + Supervising others and administration of performance plans / reviews + Scheduling, budgeting, and financial reporting + Internal or vendor sourced application development and support + Experience in utility field operations and/or directly supporting field operations. + Proven record of successful teamwork with corporate support organizations (SCM, AFT, TO, SCS, etc.) _Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:_ + Ability to get technical work done through others + Knowledge of sophisticated business intelligence tools like Power BI, Oracle and GIS applications. + Ability to manage connections/integrations with numerous otherwise disconnected systems. + Knowledge of CAMP and other Key Financial Applications + GIS and Customer Information System knowledge a plus + Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking skills - must have the ability to effectively communicate at all levels + Innovative mindset with proven process improvement experience + Understanding of remote sensing technologies like satellite imagery and LiDAR. _Behavioral Attributes:_ + Demonstrates Our Values + As a leader, must be committed to supporting the company’s DE&I Strategy & Initiatives **Georgia Power** is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power). 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: 10473 Job Category: Environmental & Forestry Job Schedule: Full time Company: Georgia Power