Executive Director Strategy Projects

Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or

STEM OPT

for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa. Location This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to Parnall Office located in Jackson, MI. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).#LI-JH1General Summary of Job Responsibilities This position is within the Gas Delivery organization and reports to SVP & President of Gas Delivery.

The Executive Director of Strategy and Projects is responsible for developing and executing CMS Energy's strategy, as well as leading the strategic management and project teams. The Executive Director is also responsible for understanding and monitoring the strategic implications of changes in the company's business environment, providing internal strategic consulting for the senior executive team on high-priority assignments, and performing on-demand M&A analytics and due diligence. The Executive Director of Strategy and Projects benchmarks marketing performance and industry intelligence and develops strategic initiatives for optimal performance and P&L results by working directly with business leaders and stakeholders. This position is also responsible for guiding the regulated strategic projects and innovation team to research, source, and create new customer offerings. Additionally, the Executive Director supports existing business unit growth strategies (CE, Enterprises, and ES Services) and creates new growth avenues for the company. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Build relationships with utility industry strategy peers, and top industry analysts. Understand the strategic implications from the business environment scanning process and recommend CMS Energy strategy adjustments.

Effectively lead a team through strong engagement, coaching, mentorship and collaboration.

Effectively lead the Strategic Projects teams including researching, sourcing, evaluating and executing new innovative regulated income sources. Manage overall project portfolio, ultimate approval/quality control, client satisfaction and team development.

Stay abreast of the company's business environment via an analytically rigorous "signpost" and scenario analysis process.

Manage CMS Energy's strategic planning process by enabling effective decision-making pertaining to company's long-term strategy including recommending changes to strategy, when applicable. Mobilize strategies across business units and partner with senior executive team to provide guidance for Financial Planning Process.

Strategic consulting on high-priority assignments based on profitability and board directives at the direction of the senior executive team. Manage teams that partner with subject matter experts throughout the company to develop rich analytical insights and recommendations. Partner with senior executive team to arrive at clear and actionable strategy decisions.

Other duties as assigned or may be necessary. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Experience advising and guiding in a C-level executive environment.

Ability to connect operational realities to strategic planning and regulatory outcomes.

High degree of business acumen.

Strong leadership skills.

Driven to make a difference and comfortable with a high degree of organizational influence.

Highly self-directed.

High degree of diplomacy, negotiation, and organizational navigation.

Ability to provide solutions and identify actions in highly complex and ambiguous environments.

Solution-oriented and results-driven.

Exceptional communication skills (written, oral, presentations, interpersonal).Deep operational credibility in a regulated environmentStrong understanding of safety, reliability, compliance, and performancedriven operating environmentsAbility to connect operational realities to strategic planningDemonstrated experience supporting or leading rate cases or major regulatory proceedings Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in business, finance or related field with a minimum of twelve (12) years of increasing levels of experience in leadership, business experience and/or executive level consulting.(OR) Associate's degree in business, finance or related field with a minimum of fourteen (14) years of increasing levels of experience in leadership, business experience and/or executive level consulting.(OR) High school diploma with a minimum of sixteen (16) years of increasing levels of experience in leadership, business experience and/or executive level consulting. PreferredOperations experience Why should you join our team? At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages.... For full info follow application link. All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.