Director, Strategic Planning & Emerging Technologies

Cobb EMC has an exciting opportunity for a Director, Strategic Planning and Emerging Technologies who will be responsible for leading enterprise-wide strategic planning and guiding the cooperative’s approach to emerging technologies. This position will be responsible for working with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) in developing the overall planning, organizing, and directing of the Strategic Planning process and related functions. This role will also work with the ELT and Senior Leadership Team to evaluate emerging technologies across the enterprise. This Director will also oversee enterprise risk management assessment and assist in implementing strategies to mitigate and manage risks, as appropriate. Also, to exceed expectations and consistently provide the highest level of work performance in a team-oriented environment in accordance with the Cooperative’s mission, vision, and values.Schedule Monday- Friday 8am-5pm (After training, becomes a hybrid role- 3 days in the office and 2 days remote)Benefits Company paid Health Insurance Premiums!Insurance is effective your first day of employmentRetirement Security Pension plan!457f Retirement Plan!Automatic 7% Company paid contribution to 401k with additional matching!Annual Bonus Program!Tuition and Certification reimbursement!Learn more HERETo learn more about Cobb EMC visit our website at www.cobbemc.comWhat you will be doingStrategic PlanningLead development, maintenance, and reporting of the cooperative’s long-term strategic planFacilitate cross-departmental participationSupport executive leadership and Board planning activities Maintain and provide updated business and operating KPIs and DashboardSupport pilot projects and innovation initiatives with PMO and Project LeadsIdentify grants and funding for enterprise initiativesMonitor and report saving and performance metricsPromote analytics adoptionPrepare strategic reports and presentationsEngage industry and community stakeholdersManage consultants and vendors, as neededCommunicationSeek input and communicate approved long-term strategic plan to employees, Senior leadership of Cobb EMC and Gas South along with Board of Directors Create and provide periodic reporting to senior management on changes to strategic plan based on input from divisionsBuild effective relationships with key stakeholders and process improvementsCommunicate and coordinate the schedule and results of strategic planning initiatives to the entire leadership teamDevelop and maintain strong partnership within Cobb EMC across divisions and departments to obtain buy-in and effectively deliver strategic initiatives Risk Management Review internal and external factors, conditions, forces and influences that may impact the Cooperative and assess the impact those may haveCollaborate with all departments to strengthen risk controls, mitigation plans, and resiliency strategies.Present risk findings, mitigation strategies, and risk tolerance considerations to the executive team and Board of Directors.Ensure ERM practices are integrated with strategic planning, budgeting, and major capital or procurement decisions. Facilitate a robust risk management process for enterprise and coordinate Risk Management Committee meetings ensuring execution of all risk management mitigation strategies Assist efforts to identify options and deliver solutions to resolve business problems Support Project Management Office activities, including RFP and RFI processes, vendor selection and set-up, D&B review, and other project management as neededTrack regulatory changes as part of both strategy and risk managementFinancialDevelop a budget for respective accounting unit, but also larger projectsCreate financial models to calculate overall enterprise impact of projects, including ROI/ROA, payback, etc.Build business cases to support recommended projectsEmerging TechnologiesIdentify and Assess Emerging Technologies Continuously scanning the energy, technology, and utility sectors to identify emerging technologies.Evaluate Strategic Fit and Enterprise Value Assess potential benefits, risks, and costs associated with new technologies.Monitor Industry Trends and Regulatory Changes Track changes in technology markets and regulatory environments.Support Pilot Projects and Innovation Initiatives Partner to design, evaluate, and support pilots.Conduct Cost-Benefit and Impact Analyses Perform financial modeling and scenario analysis.Promote Innovation Culture Across the Cooperative Encourage collaboration and awareness.Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Strategic Planning, Organization Management or another related field.Minimum 5-7 years progressive utility experience in a corporate service, strategy, risk management, financial, technology or related position.SKILLS AND ABILITIESEffective leadership skills and ability to work in a team environmentExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsKnowledge of a broad spectrum of business information sources and toolsAbility to work with minimal supervisionAbility to appropriately handle confidential informationProficiency with MS Office and proven track record with document formattingAbility to work effectively with people in all levels and departments in the CooperativeMust have a sense of urgency, ability to multi-task and meet frequent deadlinesCapability of doing constructive planning, organizing and evaluating in a progressive management style.Knowledge of principals of business management, strategic planning, quantitative analysis, benchmarking, metrics, and risk managementExcellent communication skills, and high comfort level presenting/communicating with senior management and Board of DirectorsPREFERREDMaster’s Degree in Business AdministrationKnowledge of AMI, AI, DER, Customer Care and other utility critical technologiesKnowledge of developing technological roadmapsExperience with developing AI strategy across the electric cooperativeExperience with RFP/RFI processesExperience in Strategic Thinking and Planning at an enterprise levelExperience with an electric utility or a consultant/advisor with a broad market view and understanding of electric utility emerging technologies.CORE ValuesPut People FirstCare, listen and connect. Think team, not self. Respect and value differences. Stay SafeNo shortcuts. See the big picture, no tunnel vision. Look out for each otherInnovateEmbrace change. Think big and bold. Be part of the solution. Own ItOwn your attitude, actions and words. Find a way. No BCD. Never stop learning. EOE/Disability/Vets/Drug-Free Workplace