Director-Origination (Finance)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary purpose:

Lead efforts to expand the company's footprint in Natural Gas markets by developing new relationships and leveraging existing relationships with producers, pipelines, end users like generators and utilities and other industry players. Drive business growth through unwavering pursuit of new business opportunities and the ability to structure and negotiate standard and complex natural gas transactions.Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 10 years direct work experience may be considered as a substitute for a degree.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• 7+ years of in-depth, hands-on experience in natural gas origination with a demonstrated history of successfully negotiating and managing complex gas supply and sale contracts across various U.S. markets.
• Direct experience with energy futures, swaps, options and other industry hedging activities.
• Fundamental knowledge of physical natural gas infrastructure and gas operations.
• Deep understanding of natural gas market structures.
• Ability and experience to negotiate common industry agreements: PPA's, AMA's, Tolling, Transportation & Storage contracts
• Knowledge of various North America natural gas markets, including Rockies, Appalachia, Permian, Western and Midcontinent
• Experience building a book of business.
• Intermediate/Advanced proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Location:

• Remote: Candidates will have the opportunity to work from Tallgrass current office locations (Houston, TX; Dallas, TX; Leawood, KS; Denver, CO) will be given preference; remote will be considered for exceptional circumstances

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Willingness to go the extra mile-literally and figuratively-in pursuing new business and maintaining valuable relationships nationwide.
• Ability to travel +/- 50% of the time interfacing with clients and customers, internal & external.
• Team player able to communication market knowledge & market information to others.
• Lead by example, demonstrating a tireless work ethic and a results-driven approach that inspires the team to achieve aggressive growth targets.
• A determined team player who thrives in high-pressure environments and excels at communicating complex market dynamics to drive deal execution.
• Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.

Physical Demands:

All the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• None with future potential for direct reports

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

• Experience in structuring long-term gas supply and sale agreements in contractual frameworks that maximize flexibility and optionality.

Other responsibilities:

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $205,700-$280,300/yr.Essential duties and responsibilities

• Leverage existing and build new, high-impact relationships with natural gas producers, driving deals that enhance the company's supply portfolio and market presence.
• Collaborate with natural gas counterparties to craft innovative gas supply and sale contracts, tailored transactions, & product structures.
• Originate new strategic relationships with gas producers, gas consumers, gas marketers and large volume fuel users
• Work with the natural gas trade desk to optimize economics around gas transportation and gas storage positions
• Develop portfolios and analyze profit and loss and risk / reward
• Adherence with procedures to capture, track & report gas transactions
• Work with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism
• Potential to manage direct reports performance and career development as well as bring leadership within the gas team. Create vision and set clear goals based on that vision. Guide and oversee day to day goals and initiatives, to build business and generate revenue. Align with company objectives and develop strategies to help his/her team meet them.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance
• Will work non-traditional hours as needed and availability for frequent travel
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly, or special project duties as identified and defined
• Ensure Legal & Regulatory compliance with all rules and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

ABOUT US

Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay
• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Infertility Coverage
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.