Manager Business Innovation

Title: Manager Business Innovation

Company: Peoples Gas System

State and City: Florida - Tampa

Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

Our Peopleare our greatest investments. TECO Peoples Gas offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth and development in a friendly and professional work environment.

If you are interested in a career and not just a position, TECO Peoples Gas is the place to be!

TECO Peoples Gas is the largest natural gas distributor in Florida serving more than 400,000 customers across the state. Just as it was 125 years ago when we started as Tampa Gas Company, natural gas is today's No. 1 choice for reliable energy. Join our team of energy experts as we build on that legacy through innovation and cost-effective sustainable energy solutions all while keeping top-notch customer service at the center of all we do.

TECO Peoples Gas is a subsidiary of Emera Inc., a family of energy companies which also includes Tampa Electric and New Mexico Gas Company. Emera provides energy to residential and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, with career opportunities available in all of these locations.

The Manager of Business Innovation leads the team in enhancing company operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and create greater value for customers. This role involves identifying opportunities for process improvement, driving and implementing changes, and fostering a culture where everyone is empowered to solve problems and innovate. The manager encourages the business to adopt new ways of thinking and promotes a broader culture of creativity and problem-solving.

Drive Operational Excellence

• Identify inefficiencies and lead high-impact improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate value stream mapping and process workshops.
• Align initiatives with strategic goals and measurable performance metrics.
• Develop practical tools and frameworks that empower teams to solve problems.
• Partner across departments to remove barriers and improve speed, safety, cost, and customer outcomes.

Lead Transformation & Change

• Lead large-scale, cross-functional transformation initiatives.
• Design and execute change strategies that increase engagement and adoption.
• Build organizational capability by equipping leaders and teams with problem-solving tools.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation.

• Direct reports: 1 Business Innovation Consultant, 2 Business Innovation Leads
• Cross-functional teams across the organization

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Analytics, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 7+ years in business innovation, operational excellence, or change management
• 3+ years of leadership experience
• Proven success leading large, complex initiatives
• Lean/Six Sigma, PMP, PROSCI, or similar certification (or ability to obtain within one year)
• Strong facilitation, stakeholder management, and analytical skills
• Ability to influence across all levels and lead through change confidently

Preferred:
Utility or operational industry experience; digital transformation or AI experience.

This role directly impacts operational performance, cost efficiency, employee engagement, and customer value. You won't just improve processes - you'll shape how our organization thinks, works, and evolves.

Located in Tampa, Florida. Primarily office-based (4 days a week in the office) with occasional travel. Storm restoration support may be required.

We proudly offer a competitive total rewards package and other perks to help keep you thriving:

• Performance Bonus: Earn an annual incentive bonus that recognizes your hard work.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, prescription drug, dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement Planning: Secure your future with a 401k Retirement Savings Plan and a comprehensive Pension plan.
• Ownership Opportunities: Participate in Emera's Employee Common Share Purchase Plan and share in our success.
• Time to Recharge: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid…