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. Support in the development of strategies and plans that align with the company’s vision and goals. 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.

- Craft strategies to capitalize on identified opportunities, aligning them with the company's overall vision and goals.

- Assists with development of 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 gather insights, align on objectives, and ensure the effective execution and alignment of strategies.

- Prepares detailed presentations and reports to communicate findings, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership and other stakeholders.

- Participates in 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:

- Masters of Business Administration (MBA) with 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, business, data analysis, or strategic planning. OR

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Data Science, Business, Finance, Accounting, or Project Management with 5 years of experience in 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.

- Experience developing executive presentations, including the use of Think-Cell.

- Experience with capital project budgeting and forecasting.

- Proficiency in Excel, including the use of complex formulas.

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).

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.