Immediate need for a talented Manager - Innovation & Emerging Technologies. This is a Fulltime opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Atlanta, GA /Birmingham, AL (Hybrid) . Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job ID:24-51249

Pay Range: $150000 - $157000/annum. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute innovation strategy and roadmap aligned to strategic business goals and growth priorities.
• Lead hackathons and ideation sessions, develop prototypes from those sessions, and conduct research on emerging technologies.
• Identify and assess emerging technologies and trends that could impact the energy sector.
• Mentor and lead the innovation team in designing, architecting, and development of proof of concepts using emerging technologies to drive business value.
• Establish and maintain external ecosystem partners, which may include universities, venture capital firms, companies, accelerators and fellow enterprises. Create an innovation ecosystem inclusive of both internal and external partnerships that grow innovation capabilities and opportunities.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, workshops, and networking events to stay abreast of technological advancements.
• Define, measure, and report key innovation measurements that represent progress against innovation goals.
• Act as thought leader on emerging trends and technologies, articulating the potential impact to.
• Lead and develop a team of innovation analysts, product owners, and interns, ensuring their services, expertise, and capabilities enhance TO's performance and drive the company's vision of building the future of energy.
• Partner with other TO functions to ensure that the organization has the innovation competencies, resources, and understanding of approved methods to drive key initiatives.
• Work with senior leadership, business units, and external partners to review key business priorities and drive technology initiatives.
• Conduct annual goal planning and manage the budget for the innovation and emerging technologies team through the year.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Key Skills: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cloud, AR/VR, Robotics and IoT .
• Forward-thinking mindset with the ability to anticipate future technology trends and their impact on the business.
• Strong understanding of current and emerging technologies relevant to the energy industry.
• Ability to strategically equip the organization with the appropriate technology, skills, and processes to support the transforming industry and business.
• Proven ability to identify and resolve complex technical and business challenges .
• Exhibits transformational leadership skills with a proven track record of challenging the status quo .
• Sophisticated change management capabilities, including the ability to lead and manage through change. Should be recognized as a change agent.
• Outstanding credibility and demonstrated ability to build strong relationships within the company and industry, as well as with vendors/suppliers.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior-level management and key stakeholders and lead through influence.
• Team player with a collaborative approach to drive solutions for the good of
• Ability to operate successfully in a regulated environment with an understanding and appreciation of risk, compliance, corporate policy and procedures, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to connect the dots and apply sound business judgement.
• Ability to attract top talent and build high-performing teams.
• Outstanding listening and communication skills, including the ability to communicate to various audiences.
• Excellent customer service skills that exhibit initiative and follow-through to meet customer commitments.
• A bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or related field. Advanced degree highly desirable.
• 10 or more years of experience in IT or business, 2 or more years of IT management experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of information technology.
• Proven track record of leading and managing innovation projects and teams, with experience in driving innovation initiatives and fostering a culture of innovation within the organization.
• Experience in leading and mentoring cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and driving team performance.
• Experience presenting and sharing insights with business and technology executives (VP, CXOs) on strategy, emerging technologies, and roadmap initiatives.
• Experience using design thinking methodologies.
• Experience with the following technologies: AI, Cloud, AR/VR, Robotics and IoT .
• Hands-on experience with software development, system architecture and integration.

Our client is a leading Utility Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar fulltime positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

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