Senior Growth and Strategy Analyst

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer's homes and Michigan's progress for more than a century. And as Michigan's largest source of renewable energy, we're creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We're also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states.

But we're more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job. At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you'll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences and values everyone's health, safety, and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things.

Testing Required:
Not Applicable

Hybrid Role:
This role is hybrid, with an established schedule of in-person work required at an assigned work location. Any remote work is expected to be performed from an employee's primary residence, unless allowed (or prohibited) through the Company's remote work guidelines.

Emergency Response:
Yes – Must be available to perform a primary assignment in support of DTE's emergency response to storms or other events that impact service to our customers.

Job Summary
Identify and analyze opportunities for business expansion and revenue growth within the organization. Research market trends, customer behavior, and competitive landscapes to identify opportunities for growth and scalability. Develop actionable strategies and plans that align with the company's vision and goals to increase market share and profitability. Analyze government policies and regulations related to the industry to identify potential risks and opportunities. Focus on areas of renewable energy adoption, smart grid technologies, energy efficiency, and the development of new electrical infrastructure.

Span of Control: 0; this is an individual contributor job.

Key Accountabilities

• Conducts market research to understand industry trends, competitive landscapes, customer behavior, and technological advancements impacting the organization.
• Analyzes data from various sources to pinpoint potential areas for business expansion, including new markets, untapped customer segments, and emerging technologies.
• Crafts strategies to capitalize on identified opportunities, aligning them with the company's overall vision and goals.
• Develops financial models and scenario analyses to assess the viability of strategic initiatives and forecast business performance.
• Evaluates potential risks associated with business decisions and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Collaborates with various departments, such as regulatory affairs, marketing, sales, finance, and operations, to define and execute growth strategies of product development, market expansion, and revenue growth initiatives.
• Analyzes, evaluates, and recommends potential investments, acquisitions, and partnerships within the electrical space.
• Prepares and presents detailed presentations and reports to communicate findings, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership and other stakeholders.
• Leads development and implementation of growth strategies to identify new market entry points, optimize product offerings, and improve customer acquisition and retention strategies.
• Analyzes data to uncover insights that can inform strategic decisions, including financial modeling, sales forecasting, and performance measurement.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
Education and experience requirements must be satisfied through one of the following options:

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) with 7 years of finance, accounting, business, data analysis, or strategic planning; OR
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Science, Business, Finance, Accounting, or Project Management with 7 years of finance, accounting, business, data analysis, or strategic planning.

Other Qualifications
Preferred

• Knowledge of the electrical industry, including power systems, renewable energy, and emerging technologies. Advanced degrees or certifications in specialized areas can be beneficial.
• Negotiation skills : Ability to lead and manage complex discussions with stakeholders, vendors, and regulators.
• Benchmarking expertise : Experience in evaluating industry standards and applying best practices to improve performance.
• Portfolio management : Proven track record in overseeing diverse projects or assets to achieve strategic goals.
• Battery storage knowledge : Familiarity with energy storage technologies, applications, and market trends.
• MPSC experience : Direct involvement with Michigan Public Service Commission processes, filings, or compliance.
• Regulatory experience : Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, policy development, and compliance requirements.

Other Requirements

• Understanding the intricacies of electrical systems and the technical aspects of the industry is crucial for this role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau).
• Knowledge of the electrical industry, including power systems, renewable energy, and emerging technologies.

Additional Information
Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

PRIVACY NOTICE TO CALIFORNIA JOB APPLICANTS
At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity, employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal and/or state laws.