NW Natural

Major Account Manager

LocationPortland, Oregon Metropolitan Area
Job Typefull_time
Salary$77,900-$107,850

About This Job


Major Account Svcs Acct Mgr 2


Non-Union Position


Major Account Services Staff; Portland, Oregon (US-OR)

Hybrid schedule available for Oregon & Washington residents.


Regular FT


Posting # 5265


About Us:

At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry.

In addition to environmental stewardship, we’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility.


The Role:

Responsible for maintaining and enhancing both customer satisfaction and market sector profitability among new and existing large business customers in assigned business segments. This position works to establish trusted advisor status with assigned customers to enhance customer relationships, influence customer retention, gather market intelligence, and generate advocacy for the company’s low-carbon pathway. Develops, evaluates, and implements account plans, programs, and strategies to meet the company’s performance goals and carbon emission reduction objectives.

This position has a variety of responsibilities which include coordinating large new projects with customers and the company, negotiating and executing all required agreements while maintaining a positive relationship. Other areas are to assist the Budget process with large customer volume forecasting, assist Government Affairs with advocacy, and to execute on the company’s low carbon offerings.

The person in this role possesses strategic thinking ability, very good organizational skills and business acumen.


Day to Day:

Ensures effective customer relationship management of major accounts with special emphasis on key accounts.
Develops and manages communication and account plan strategies which may include direct proactive contact, newsletters or email updates, promotion of Business Development programs, and other methods.
Develops and implements customer service strategies which may include market analysis work and regulatory strategies. Conducts profitability/viability analyses.
Support’s Company’s Growth & Retention Initiatives.
Supports, coordinates, and executes the Company’s Low Carbon Initiatives with Customers.
Resource to Customer Acquisition on large non-residential additions for profitability and possible rate training.
Coordinate and manage large customer capital projects.
Collaborates with Government Affairs to foster advocacy among large business customers.
Manages and coordinates a variety of Company interactions with assigned customers to include compliance with Company’s tariffs and policies and maintains contact for positive business relationships. Acts as a resource for other departments requiring customer contact or engagement.
Negotiates and administers customer contracts and the service election process.
Collaborates with Gas Supply and Engineering on curtailment and transportation issues with customers.
Contributes to the development and interpretation of non-residential tariffs with Rates and Regulatory Affairs.
Builds and maintains favorable working relationships with other utilities, governmental agencies, marketers, trade allies, energy associations, and consultants.
Provides information/recommendations for management decision-making and strategic planning.
Interfaces frequently with team members including Major Account Services Team, coordinates and supports billing and credit, and other Company staff as necessary.
Participates in various civic, community, and trade organizations as necessary to support Company strategies and initiatives.
Ability to access construction and undeveloped work-site locations and customer premises.
Supports NW Natural’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and a culture of safe work practices.
Pursues continuing education on equipment, industries, and environmental considerations sufficient to act as a trusted advisor to customers and internal stakeholders, particularly for assigned market segments.


Come on your first day with:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field and a minimum 4 years’ experience in account management/ project development/sales or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Utility experience preferred.
Proven analytical skills, including the ability to think strategically and present decisions based on relevant information; understand impacts of decisions made.
Superb conflict resolution skills; ability to mediate and resolve problems between internal and external stakeholders through negotiation and persuasion.
Verbal skills including direct conversation and presentations.
Demonstrated writing skills including process documentation, customer communication pieces, and report generation.
Documented experience in constructive customer contact, including both internal and external customer relationships.
Knowledge of the energy industry, such as natural gas equipment and its applications, supply conditions, competitive advantages, and availability preferred.
Knowledge of or ability to understand NW Natural’s non-residential tariffs, complex rate structures, regulatory issues and policies, and related state/federal codes.
Ability to read and understand construction practices and techniques and architectural and engineering drawings.
Skill and ability to perform multi-task functions, organize and manage time effectively to meet deadlines and balance priorities.
Demonstrated PC skills for word processing, spreadsheet and database applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and CRM experience
Knowledge or ability to learn to retrieve and enter data in NW Natural’s Customer Information System and other Company computer programs.
Excellent communication skills on an individual and group presentation basis, including negotiation skills and techniques.
Ability to facilitate and coordinate projects and customer issues including skills in organizing, delegating, and managing time to meet multiple deadlines.
Ability to maintain consistent practice standards in an environment with frequent changes.
Possess/maintain a valid Oregon/Washington Drivers’ License and a satisfactory driving record.


What we offer:


Health & Wellness –

Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
Free access to an online wellness resources platform


Work Life Balance -

Up to 23 Vacation Days
80 Hours of Sick Time
10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
Flexible work arrangements
3 weeks paid parental leave
Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups
1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room


Financial -

Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary
Competitive 401K company contribution and match
15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
Wellness incentive program


Discounts -

20% off natural gas service
Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
TriMet Pass for all HQ employees
Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless


Base salary range:

$77,900.00 - $107,850.00 per year, depending on qualifications


Annual Target Incentive:

9.5% target

Targets are calculated using eligible earnings during plan year participation. Payout, if earned, is based on company and individual performance for each plan year and may range from 0% – 200% of target. Targets are subject to change in subsequent plan years. Must be employed by September 30 in order to receive any prorated payout.


Application Process:

To be considered for this position, submit a complete electronic application including cover letter and resume via our website.


https://www.nwnatural.com/about-us/the-company/careers


Deadline:

6/10/25

Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations.

All applications must be submitted through NW Natural’s Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.

NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at employment@nwnatural.com or (971) 979-6341.

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