Management & Professional Trainee- Commercial Contracts

Status: Regular Full Time 

Working Conditions: Hybrid Working Environment   

Education Level: 4-year university degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, IT, or other related discipline is an asset

Location:  Bowmanville, ON

Number of Position(s): 1  

Shifts(s): Days

Travel: Yes- 10%

Deadline to Apply: May 2, 2024

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Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history.

Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job.

ACCOMMODATIONS

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JOB OVERVIEW

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of Management & Professional Trainee- Commercial Contracts.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Commercial Management, this position is primarily responsible to provide commercial oversight and management support for the Bruce Lease and associated agreements (e.g., Low & Intermediate Level Waste Agreement; Used Fuel & Cobalt 60 Agreement; Bruce Site Services Agreement)

Key accountabilities include  identifying and tracking progress of key contractual obligations and commitments, maintaining continuity and integrity of contract records and monitoring/reporting of agreement status, identifying and reporting on significant risks/issues/action plans, developing subject matter expertise, and providing input, advice and decision support to stakeholders as required.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to OPG’s public outreach, engagement and education efforts as part of the company’s commitment to growing its social license.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Participate and support initiatives, of cross-functional teams comprised of senior management from both internal and external stakeholders to develop commercial agreements that include those with fuel suppliers, transportation suppliers, power pools, government agencies, public utilities, other entities involved in generation, transmission or the provision of services to the energy industry.
• Assist in the development, negotiation, writing, and implementation of agreements, or amendments to these agreements, that are technically, commercially and legally complex, and may in some cases have a significant financial implication to OPG. Monitor agreement compliance and obligations, and develop and report on performance criteria & measures.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives, including amendments to existing agreements where they would be in the mutual interest to the parties of the agreements. Manage and support projects and transactions from start to completion with advice from the Manager and or SR Advisor.
• Assist and Support the SR Advisor and/or Manager with internal and external stakeholders to develop, improve, modify, write, implement and monitor processes to meet the obligations of the parties as set out in commercial service agreements. Participate in creating or revising business processes where applicable.
• Act as a resource to internal stakeholders on the corporation's obligations in respect of the commercial agreements. Provide functional input to internal stakeholders / end users on agreement specifics and ensure it is followed through in order to minimize corporate risks. Respond to inquiries regarding agreement specifics including but not limited to commercial terms, performance expectations, property assignments, easements, intellectual property rights, operations etc.
• Provide assistance to OPG line functions on discharging the obligations of OPG as set out in the commercial service agreements.
• Ensure all activity is carried out in accordance with Risk Management Policy and Controls.
• Perform assigned tasks, assign tasks and review / monitor work performed by others within OPG in support of Commercial Contracts' mandate.
• Keep abreast of regulatory and market developments to ensure the impact of these developments are addressed in commercial agreements and initiatives.
• Identify and communicate potential business opportunities, including developing industry contacts to gain intelligence.
• Provide analytical and planning support for complex / major projects and contract negotiations.
• Support or participate in negotiations of new or amended agreements with external parties or their agents.
• Coordinate specialized corporate support functions (e.g. legal, finance, risk assessment, insurance, etc.) for agreement / contract negotiations and document creation.
• Prepare recommendations and documentation to enable the approval and execution of new agreements &/or amendments to agreements. Control and coordinate the communication and distribution of new or amended agreements to internal stakeholders / end users.
• Prepare information memoranda and/or presentations for management, and be capable of making effective presentations.
• Monitor and periodically summarize the revenues from and the OPG costs associated with the commercial agreements. Upon request, provide the revenue-cost data as input to the evidence packages for the Ontario Energy Board rate setting hearings.
• Provide revenue, cost and net income associated with commercial agreements for OPG's business planning process.
• Ensure quality and timely delivery of task or project outputs meeting set requirements and expectations, and take the necessary and timely corrective actions to rectify any identified problems.
• Provide support to other corporate functions to identify and analyze threats and opportunities as they relate to the commercial agreements.
• Within the general context of the job responsibilities, participate in continuous improvement initiatives and make suggestions on how to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the department, processes, governance, etc., and how to best meet the needs of both the internal and external stakeholders.
• Periodically, carry out limited supervisory responsibilities over staff assigned to assist in project work.
• Other Duties as Required

EDUCATION

• A 4-year university degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, IT, or other related discipline is an asset

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a flexible hybrid office environment
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to learn, take initiative and trouble-shoot
• Excellent verbal, written and inter-personal communication skills
• Project management experience or knowledge through education
• Organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

What Makes a Career at OPG Different?

As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, we’re building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy.

At OPG, our values are our strengths.  They are fundamental truths about our organization that don’t change: 

Safety – it’s our business
Integrity – always lead with integrity
Excellence – never satisfied with good enough
Inclusion – working together for powerful outcomes
Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility

Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:

• Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide
• Long-term career growth and development opportunities
• Electricity is vital to the province and OPG’s clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.

Our promise to you:

• We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
• A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
• Opportunities to stretch and develop.
• Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.
• Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.
• We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion.

Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/ by 11:59 PM E.S.T., May 2, 2024 .  OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

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