UPPCO seeks an External Affairs Representative to join their team in your choice of Houghton, Ishpeming or Marquette, Michigan. This position is focused on business development and community relations. The ideal candidate is well connected and exhibits the ability to cultivate relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, business leaders, and elected and appointed officials.
RESPONSIBILITIES.
- Actively participate in community and economic development partnerships.
- Cultivate and manage relationships with assigned customers, including marketing products and services to new and existing commercial and industrial customers.
- Prepare and analyze data and key performance metrics for presentation to management and/or regulators.
- Manage franchise agreements.
- Assist customer service staff with commercial and industrial customer inquiries including tariff interpretation, data analysis, and resolution of customer complaints.
COMPENSATION/BENEFITS. This position offers a very competitive salary, based on your industry knowledge and experience, along with a comprehensive benefit package. Relocation assistance available.
MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFACTIONS.
- Degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, Industrial Technology or Engineering preferred.
- 2 years of energy industry experience required.
- 3 years’ experience in business development, external affairs and/or managing customer relationships.
- Ability to effectively listen and communicate with a variety of audiences, analyze business needs, and deliver options for success.
- Ability to respond to inquiries and requests in a timely, professional manner.
- Proficiency with office software (MS Word, Excel, Outlook calendar/email, PowerPoint).
- Possess a valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the Upper Peninsula covering an assigned service territory. Travel includes day trips to offsite meetings and occasional overnights.
SOUND LIKE YOU? Take the next step and apply online at uppco.hirescore.com
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