Regional Energy Manager
Listed on 2026-02-28
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Management
Operations Manager -
Energy/Power Generation
Operations Manager
REGIONAL ENERGY MANAGER
Date: Feb 21, 2026
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BASIC FUNCTIONThis position is responsible for energy and related supply/services procurement for a region of Gerdau North American facilities.
DIMENSIONS1. Number of locations: 3-5 locations, as required
2. Annual purchases: $50 Million-$100 Million
3. Employees supervised:
Contracted consultants, attorneys, lobbyists, as required
The Regional Energy Manager is responsible for securing and maintaining competitive arrangements for the supply of electricity, natural gas, industrial gases, and similar supply/services necessary to meet the energy requirements of the Company.
QUALIFICATIONSCandidates must possess a broad knowledge of:
- utility regulation
- organized and commodity markets
- accounting procedures
- steel manufacturing energy uses and costs
- supply sources, including renewables
Additionally, the candidate must have a:
- minimum of five years of relevant work experience (10 years preferable)
The candidate must be able to:
- communicate, negotiate, and advocate effectively
- have strong analytical, modeling and computer skills (MS Office Suite)
- work remotely in an effective manner
- travel as required
The Regional Energy Manager (REM) supplies energy for several mills within a broad geographical region and serves as a resource for plant management for energy forecasts, communication, and collaboration regarding commercial aspects of energy supply. The successful candidate will:
- consult with plant management/users to adequately meet operational needs;
- analyze, develop and implement effective procurement strategies;
- identify and pursue improvement opportunities; and
- ensure compliance with established risk management, accounting, and related policies/procedures.
The Regional Energy Manager develops and maintains effective business and professional contacts to keep abreast of market conditions, opportunities, and trends while developing supply sources and maintaining favorable vendor relations. In this position, the REM will:
- prepare requests for proposals and contracts;
- create studies of relevant issues and forecasts;
- maintain adequate files and records to compile periodic reports;
- analyze business unit consumption and requirements for energy-related supplies;
- plan purchases to take advantage of emerging market opportunities, meet inventory goals, and anticipate market conditions within established limits of authority;
- obtain competitive bids as required; and
- negotiates major supply arrangements under the general direction of the Director of Energy.
The Regional Energy Manager serves as the Company’s representative in commercial, regulatory, and governmental activities necessary to protect and further the interests of Gerdau in areas related to energy. In this position, the REM will:
- represent the Company’s interests in local, state/provincial, and national regulatory and legislative arenas;
- work with associations to advocate for improved energy policy for manufacturers;
- work with professionals, consulting resources, and counsel to secure specialized assistance as required, subject to approved budget.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Establish effective and competitive energy supply arrangements for regional area.
2. Monitor and maintain up-to-date intelligence in relevant energy markets and identify opportunities.
3. Develop competitive supply sources and maintain favorable vendor relations.
4. Cooperate with plant management to facilitate communication regarding energy needs and ensure efficiency and effectiveness of commercial arrangements.
5. Recommend, initiate, and carry out company policies and programs.
6. Effectively represent company interests in regulatory and political environments.
7. Comply with corporate risk management policies regarding energy matters.
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