Transmission Data Analytics Manager

The Transmission Data Analytics Manager will lead a team responsible for advancing analytics, reporting, and decision-support capabilities across the Southern Company Transmission organization. This role will translate Transmission business needs into practical solutions that improve reliability, strengthen operational performance, support capital and operational planning, and enable consistent data-guided decision making. The manager will provide leadership, coaching, and development for analytics professionals while partnering with Power Delivery, Transmission, Technology Organization, and vendor stakeholders to manage demand, deliver high-quality solutions, and align analytics work with broader business objectives. This position will be filled at an exempt level 8, with potential progression to level 9. Job Experience & Education Bachelor’s/Associates Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology or related degreeExperience with leading, motivating, and coaching cross-functional teamsExperience working across functional areas involving multiple business functionsExperience working in a fast-paced, competitive organization, spanning various disciplines including applications, infrastructure, and business support roles Preferred Experience Experience leading inside the Power Delivery Organization or Technology OrganizationExperience leading inside the Transmission OrganizationExperience with project management including large complex transmission projects, managing technology, product lifecycles or technology roadmapsComprehensive experience with implementing analytics solutions using one or more toolsets including (but not limited to) Microsoft, Databricks, and/or Oracle analytics solutions Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Proven ability to manage complex initiatives, prioritize competing demands, and deliver results on time and within budgetDemonstrated skills in verbal and written communication; ability to make presentations to varying levels of employees and audiencesAbility to build productive relationships with business, technology, and vendor partners through cooperation and teamworkDemonstrated leadership competencies in change management, critical thinking, decision-making, strategic planning, influencing, and team leadershipMature problem-solving skills: ability to understand technology issues and translate to business contextStrong customer service focus and working knowledge of the electric utility industryKnowledge of data migration and integrationContinuous self-learner Job Responsibilities The Transmission Data Analytics Manager will balance stakeholder demand, team capacity, and delivery priorities across key analytics activities, including: Measuring, reporting, and interpreting power reliability indexesSupplying PD organization with strategic projects and insights to reduce O&M, improve reliability, and implement data-guided decision makingProviding ad-hoc reports and analyses to upper-level leadership in PD and APCMeasuring, reporting, and interpreting workforce resource allocations and analysesProvide technical leadership and subject matter expertise on data analytics best practices, standards, and solution deliveryEstablish and manage operational processes for request intake, prioritization, assignment, process improvement, and efficient BI/analytics solution deliveryAttract, develop, and manage a highly effective, diverse team that delivers analytics solutions with quality, timeliness, and measurable business valueScope, develop, package, and deliver business intelligence and analytics solutions that meet stakeholder needs for functionality, quality, cost, and timely deliveryMaintain strong partnerships with business, technology, and strategic vendor partners to support effective solution deliverySeek opportunities to market the capabilities of the Data Analytics & Reporting group through informational sessions, planned meetings, technology demonstrations and formal presentations as neededStay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies; seek connections with other leaders within the electric utility industry responsible for data analytics in their organizationsDevelop and use analytics platforms that integrate data from operational systems such as VM, Customer Service, Outage Data, EMS, GIS, TEAMS, P6, and STOMPS to create actionable insights and visualizations for Transmission and Distribution stakeholdersSupport budget planning, forecast potential financial impacts, and manage strategic vendor relationships tied to project commitments, consulting needs, and enterprise data initiativesServe as a BI subject matter expert by assessing business needs and aligning them to appropriate data, reporting, and analytics solution architectures Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama. For more information, visit www.AlabamaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower). Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com . Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process. Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. Job Identification: 21507 Job Category: Data Analytics Job Schedule: Full time Company: Alabama Power