CenterPoint Energy

Manager, Annual Planning

Manager, Annual Planning
Notice info
LocationHouston, TX
Job Typefull time
On-site
Utilities

About This Job

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our Vision:

Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment:

CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Annual Planning (AP) department at CenterPoint Energy drives enterprise-wide planning by identifying key activities and optimizing resource allocation to maximize value for the company. The Annual Planning Manager plays a pivotal role in strengthening this capability, supporting strategy implementation and corporate development. This role partners with business units to identify and prioritize critical “transform the business” and “run the business” initiatives in both short and mid-term to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Essential Functions

Support the business units identifying the critical “transform the business” (i.e., initiatives) and “run the business” activities in the mid and short term, either via structured Hoshin workshops or ad-hoc meetings/activities for different management teams. Strong resulting plans would have clear KPIs, targets (vs. actuals), and inform FP&A labor and non-labor projections for the following year
Serve as advisory board for initiative evaluation, prioritization, and feedback
Model financial risk, cost, and return of initiatives as input for initiative prioritization; for select, transformational initiatives, design value tracking in conjunction with lean and finance
Support business units converting high-level initiatives and asset plans into actionable plans for the different management levels with clear KPIs (i.e., tier-down plans); provide templates, training, guidelines, and resources to develop project charters and tactical implementation plans
Interface with the lean office to help business units bring annual planning outputs and metrics to the lean operating system (daily, weekly, monthly operating reviews). Support management of change where applicable
Champion AP best practices at the director and manager level:
Enhance awareness of CenterPoint’s ambitions and AP processes, and
educate and empower leaders to tier-down plans and design tactical implementation
Coordinate accurate completion and documentation of corporate plan unifying different views from stakeholders across functions
Provide relevant inputs and effectively interface with related departments: [long term] strategy, long term capital planning, M&A, Corporate Development, Investor Relations, Continuous Improvement
Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals, and reports to senior management, directors, and managers


Education

Background in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline
MBA highly desired
Proficiency in financial and data analysis
MS Office Suite


Experience

8+ years of experience in financial planning, business analysis, or a related role, or equivalent combination of education and experience
1+ years of experience in consulting, strategy, or corporate development, preferably management consulting
3+ years of experience in utilities is highly desirable
Experience in corporate planning is a plus
Experience in executive presentations, written and oral communication
Strong ability to translate complex business concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences.
Self-starting and entrepreneurial; resilient and creative; problem-solver; detail-oriented and consistent in execution; and compelling interpersonal skills

We want you to know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What We Bring To You

Competitive pay
Paid training
Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
Transit subsidies
Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type:

Full Time

Posting Start Date:

07/16/2025

Posting End Date:

07/23/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR

60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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