Economic Development Senior Consultant

Economic Development Senior Consultant

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities, and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Economic Development Senior Product Manager leads CenterPoint Energy's economic development storytelling strategy and leverages a wide range of marketing tools to support business growth. This role promotes the CenterPoint Energy Economic Development team through digital and print channels to drive new business recruitment, expansion, and to provide marketing support for CNP's economic development partners.

Essential Functions

• Strategic Marketing Leadership
• Develops and implements growth marketing strategies, maintains a database of new ideas, and conducts competitive, customer, and product analysis to identify strategic opportunities.
• Secures approval for strategic marketing plans and leads their execution by aligning prospect needs, market opportunities, and organizational competencies.
• Partner & Market Analysis
• Analyzes economic development partners and CNP's assigned product lines to identify business growth opportunities.
• Builds marketing plans for lead generation, conducts environmental and customer research, and develops comprehensive business plans covering marketing mix, budgets, and performance forecasts.
• Oversees marketing spending, manages budget variances, and ensures cost-effective execution to achieve growth and profitability objectives.
• Continued Essential Functions
• Commercialization & Implementation
• Develops tactical implementation plans for new strategies, business opportunities, and markets.
• Leads cross-functional teams to meet aggressive timelines and quality standards.
• Plans and executes pilot/market testing when appropriate, evaluates outcomes, and ensures smooth rollout of marketing initiatives.
• Communicates plans effectively to leadership, sales teams, service providers, and partner organizations.
• Continuous Improvement & Team Development
• Anticipates implementation requirements and communicates channel and support needs across teams.
• Provides feedback on projects, mentors analysts, and promotes continuous improvement in marketing processes.
• Demonstrates strong leadership in team settings, driving collaboration, decisiveness, and results-oriented problem solving.
• Professional & Managerial Excellence
• Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, sound judgment, and integrity.
• Acts with decisiveness in setting priorities and overcoming barriers, while influencing others in a cross-functional environment.

Education Description

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field required. MBA with a marketing emphasis preferred.

Experience

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in marketing and sales environments. Proven accomplishments in product marketing implementation, new product development, or strategic marketing.

Physical Requirements

Operate personal computers (desktop/laptop) for extended periods. Ability to sit and view computer terminals for prolonged time frames.

Working Conditions

Fast-paced environment with high daily deadlines. Indoor office setting (open cubicle or private office). Ability to travel as needed.

We Want You To Know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What We Bring To You

Competitive pay

Paid training

Benefits eligibility begins on your first day

Transit subsidies

Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off

Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston

Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement

401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time

Posting

Start Date:

08/19/2026

Posting End Date: 08/26/2026