Gas Supply Analyst

About Utility Pipeline Ltd.

Utility Pipeline Ltd. (UPL) is a natural gas distribution management company providing engineering, construction, maintenance, and operational services in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and Indiana. With a strong commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork, we deliver reliable and affordable energy solutions to communities while investing in our employees’ success and development.

Why Join UPL

At UPL, you'll build a career in a stable, essential industry where you contribute to the safe and reliable delivery of natural gas to the communities we serve. We provide the tools, training, and support you need to succeed while offering a team-focused environment where employees are more than team members—they are valued contributors to the company’s success.

• Culture: You're more than just a number. We create a supportive, people-first culture that values work-life balance, flexibility, and the well-being of employees and their families.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Help support safe, reliable energy delivery that makes a real difference.
• One Team Mindset: We believe our greatest achievements happen together. By fostering collaboration and open communication, we ensure every employee has a voice and shares in our success.
• Career Growth & Development: We invest in your future by providing opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your career.

About the Role

The Gas Supply Analyst supports the short and long-term gas supply needs for multiple gas utilities and customers. You will play a key part in the procurement, forecasting, transportation, and management of natural gas supplies across UPL's utility systems. This role involves working with natural gas marketers, local producers, local distribution companies, and interstate gas pipeline companies to efficiently purchase gas supplies at a fair market price. This role is ideal for detail-oriented individuals seeking to grow within a high-demand utility industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with natural gas supply purchases during bid week using NYMEX and IFERC pricing indices.
• Analyze historical project usage data to prepare bid and renewal spreadsheets for gas marketers.
• Partner with Operations and Business Development to support system growth and expansion.
• Prepare, approve, and track gas purchase transaction confirmations.
• Maintain and update pipeline, storage, and marketer agency agreements.
• Assist with managing storage volumes across multiple pipelines.
• Evaluate supplier bids to secure the best pricing and contract terms.
• Monitor all project monthly gas usage and costs to ensure accurate and reasonable volumes.
• Forecast monthly gas volumes for gas marketers.
• Schedule and nominate purchased gas on the applicable pipeline’s electronic bulletin board.
• Monitor interstate pipeline maintenance and outages that could impact gas supply to customers.
• Balance gas supply across projects to align with demand and historical usage.
• Prepare and maintain Gas Purchase and Sales Agreements.
• Coordinate with gas suppliers and pipelines to ensure reliable service to our customers during extreme weather.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Energy Management, Engineering, Mathematics, Accounting, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a natural gas or energy-related industry or procurement.
• Experience working with large datasets and advanced Excel reporting preferred.
• Knowledge of natural gas markets, utility operations, and regulations is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
• Ability to learn natural gas procurement processes and industry regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and above-market 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance.
• PTO starts immediately, paid holidays, and your birthday off.
• Work-life balance with flexibility and a supportive team environment.
• Gym membership reimbursement.
• Healthcare FSA and Dependent Care FSA with company contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee appreciation events and recognition programs.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.