Position Description
Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. For more than 25 years, we have continued to grow and now operate coast-to-coast with more than 11,000 employees with experience that spans more than 60 years. That knowledge gives us an edge, making us a leader in the midstream space. Over the years, we have understood that not only do our people contribute to our success, but that they should share in that success.
Primary Purpose:
As a commercial representative of the largest natural gas Pipeline Company and 4th largest energy company in North America, the right candidate will represent the company’s ideals both internally and externally. This position provides the opportunity to interact with senior management, participate in negotiations with external customers, and support the Midstream Business Development team in project development.
Job Responsibilities will include:
Support and implement business development strategyThink and act strategically, understand market dynamics relative to customer/market requirementsManage the development of projects in the Gulf Coast and major production basins that will enhance the profitability of Kinder Morgan’s Midstream group, which may include major capital expansions, acquisitions and project development.Identify prospects and prepare agreements with potential customers and/or counterparties.Coordinate multi-discipline, cross- functional teams comprised of internal departments (including but not limited to Facilities Design, Engineering, Environmental, Land, Legal, Accounting, Marketing and Regulatory) to produce scopes of work, identify projects’ risks, and produce cost estimates.Evaluate economics for projects, prepare management presentations, and present investment opportunities for approvals.Conduct and participate with others in the negotiations of business transactions, and draft definitive agreements for approved projects.Develop and maintain relationships with new and/or existing customers and other key industry representatives.Perform market and competitor analysis by building and navigating financial spreadsheets Position Requirements
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree (required); studies in Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, Accounting, or FinanceExperience, Skills & Knowledge:
5+ years of experience in the energy industry, with specific experience in developing new business investment opportunities or expansion projectsMust be a natural self-starter looking to add value as an individual contributor that works well with a teamMust be able to analyze all aspects of a natural gas business arrangement (technical, financial, contractual, legal, operational and marketing)Must have well developed oral and written communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skillsMust have the ability to influence without authority by working with a wide variety of people, internally and externally, with tact, courtesy and professionalism while driving for positive resultsOrganizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essentialMust be a problem solver with the ability to find resolutionsMust be self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision and/or directionMust be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients, vendors, and regulatory agenciesWillingness to travel, as neededSignificant experience and business contacts within the natural gas industry
Preferred Experience, Skills and Knowledge (above the minimum requirements; not required, but advantageous in this position):
Working knowledge with Louisiana intrastate marketExperience in the Mississippi corridor
Kinder Morgan Offers:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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