Gas Supply Manager

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Full Time CANTON, OH, US

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $ Annually

Gas Supply Manager

Location:

Canton, Ohio
Employment:
Fulltime, On-Site
Department:
Gas Procurement

Reports To:

CFO

About Utility Pipeline Ltd.

Utility Pipeline Ltd. (UPL) is a natural gas distribution management company providing engineering, construction, maintenance, and operational services in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Viriginia and Indiana. With a strong commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork, we deliver reliable and affordable energy solutions to communities while investing in our employees’ success and development.

At UPL, you'll build a career in a stable, essential industry. We provide the tools, training, and support you need to succeed while offering a team-focused environment where employees are more than team members, they are valued contributors to the company’s success. The organization fosters a collaborative, team-first culture where every voice is heard and everyone’swork truly matters.

• Culture – You're more than just a number. We create a supportive, people-first culture that values work-life balance, flexibility, and the well-being of employees and their families. Many companies claim to have a positive culture or to allow you to bring your authentic self to work, but UPL actually stands behind these words.
• Purpose-Driven Work –Help support safe, reliable energy delivery that makes a real difference.
• One Team Mindset
  - We believe our greatest achievements happen together. By fostering collaboration and open communication, we ensure every employee has a voice and shares in our success.
• Career Growth & Development – We invest in your future by providing opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your career. We're committed to helping you reach your full potential.

The Gas Supply Manager is responsible for overseeing the short and long-term natural gas supply needs for multiple gas utilities and customers in our operating area. The Gas Supply Manager leads UPL's gas procurement strategy and manages relationships with natural gas marketers, local producers, local distribution companies, and interstate pipeline companies to secure reliable and cost-effective gas supplies. The Gas Supply Manager plays a critical role in forecasting demand, managing transportation and storage assets, evaluating market conditions, and ensuring customers receive safe and reliable natural gas services across UPL's systems.

• Lead the gas procurement and accounting team to meet monthly and seasonal supply needs.
• Develop gas purchasing strategies based on market conditions and forecasts.
• Direct natural gas supply procurement during bid week for monthly supply needs, leveraging NYMEX & IFERC pricing indices to optimize supply costs, manage risk, and ensure reliability.
• Analyze usage data and forecasts to prepare bids and evaluate suppliers.
• Partner with Operations and Business Development on supply needs for growth projects.
• Review and approve gas purchase transaction confirmations.
• Manage relationships with pipelines, storage providers, producers, and marketers.
• Coordinate supply and transportation agreements to ensure compliance and reliability.
• Optimize storage strategies to maximize value and reliability.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to secure the best supply options.
• Monitor gas usage, costs, and market trends to support cost-effective supply planning.
• Prepare monthly volume forecasts and supplier estimates.
• Oversee gas scheduling and nominations on interstate pipelines.
• Monitor pipeline maintenance, constraints, and outages affecting supply.
• Assist in balancing gas supply positions to minimize risk and control costs.
• Negotiate and manage Gas Purchase and Sales Agreements.
• Help develop contingency plans for extreme weather and supply disruptions.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support for continuous improvement initiatives.

• 5+ years of experience in natural gas procurement, natural gas…