Economic Development Lead - Winnipeg, Canada - Manitoba Hydro

Manitoba Hydro

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Winnipeg, Canada

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT LEAD

Winnipeg, MB
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers

_ Great Benefits_

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Definedbenefit pension plan.
Nineday work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life

- and community.

Flextime and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely two days per week), depending on nature

of work, operational requirements and work location.

Manitoba Hydro is a leader among energy companies in North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and
exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's best as we continue to build a company that supports innovation,
commitment and customer service.

Reporting to the Director of Sales, Marketing & Product Development, the Economic Development Lead is responsible for shaping
and supporting provincial economic development plan in the context of the evolving energy landscape through targeted economic
development. This will include the creation of an economic development strategy for growth and retention of new and existing
customers of Manitoba Hydro. The Economic Development Lead will collaborate with the Stakeholder Relations Department
Manager to engage and build relationships with relevant departments within the Province of Manitoba to support the objectives
related to economic development.

_ Responsibilities:
_

Lead the development of a strategy to support economic development objectives of the Province of Manitoba with

consideration for implications to Manitoba Hydro's business and its customers.

Create economic development collateral to support attraction and retention of customers in Manitoba connecting to both the

natural gas and electric system.

Report on regular cadence to senior management and executive of the trends and insights of industries seeking to locate in

Manitoba and identify changes in customer behaviour as a result of the changing energy landscape.

Develop specific materials for pitches or engagements with potential customers in collaboration with economic developments

agencies and the province.

Develop and maintain relationships with various provincial government departments and other economic development

agencies to identify new programs or products for the mutual benefit of all stakeholders.

Establish, maintain relationships and provide advice to companies and industry associations to ascertain and classify

customer needs and wants with respect to energy use; and identify the value proposition Manitoba Hydro based on their
unique needs.

Prepare and make presentations; and participate in forums (including conferences and trade shows), task forces and

committees pertinent to the achievement of the Economic Development Department's goals and objectives.

Prepare briefing notes, conduct economic and financial analyses, technical and market research studies and electricity and

gas rate proposals regarding potential industrial development projects as well as technology commercialization projects.

Develop, evaluate and recommend economic development strategies that will benefit stakeholders and customers at

Manitoba Hydro.

value-based marketing and business development to enhance industrial-based service offerings.

Support and collaborate with the Business Development Consultant to analyze the overall performance of industrial facilities

to identify opportunities to optimize their operations in terms of more efficient production, operations, improved product quality
and reduced waste for a wide range of industrial processes.

Identify, assemble and participate in multidisciplinary teams on a projectspecific basis to deliver solutions to complex

customer problems.

Coordinate the development and maintenance of promotional materials to support the Sales, Marketing & Product

MANITOBA HYDRO IS COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

Reference Code:

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Development activities.

_ Qualifications:
_

Fouryear degree in Business, Commerce Economics (or related discipline), plus five years of related experience

Twoyear diploma in Business (or related discipline), plus seven years of related experience.
Knowledge of Manitoba Hydro's infrastructure, products/services, rates and internal processes.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with changing priorities and timelines.
Must be capable of attending to customer needs beyond standard working hours (sometimes on short notice) and occasional

- travel in and out of province.

Possess a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence.

_ Salary Range_
Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $43.62-$60.22 Hourly /
$83,577.26-$115,388.78 Annually.

JANUARY 3, 2023.
We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selecte