Gas Supply Planner

WEC Business Services LLC, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Gas Supply Planner in our Chicago, Illinois location. This position is part of a job family (Gas Supply Planner, Senior Gas Supply Planner, Lead Gas Supply Planner), where experience is the determining factor. About UsWEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.Job SummaryThis position is responsible for analyzing supply and demand requirements, supporting regulatory filings, developing forecasts, and through direction and support of the Manager optimizing the utilities natural gas supply and capacity portfolios to ensure reliable deliverability while minimizing gas costs.Job ResponsibilitiesPerforms with oversight monthly natural gas cost projections and scenarios to support the finance and accounting areas for inputs into UI PlannerProvides assistance with oversight for Gas Supply Plan filings for state regulatory agencies including subsequent follow up as necessary from state commission, interveners and auditorsProvide assistance with oversight to Gas Supply Managers in the development of the utilities natural gas financial hedge program filings for state regulatory agencies including subsequent follow up as necessary from state commission interveners and auditorsPerforms with oversight analysis of peak day design city gate demand, allocating interstate pipeline capacity to meet design peak by gate stationPerforms with oversight analysis of new customer load additions and gate station allocations to determine if adequate interstate pipeline capacity is availableProvides assistance with updating monthly natural gas buy plans that determine supply/demand and transportation plans for the Gas Trading areaProvides assistance with oversight with updating operations plan that targets storage injection/withdrawal to ensure seasonal and annual demand is metProvide assistance analysis with oversight of regression modeling and demand forecasting to support design day and long-term planning activities design peak day regression analysisProvide assistance with oversight, support on an on-going basis of guidance for other areas (e.g. Gas Trading) as to projected gas consumption, gas supply and capacity portfolio managementParticipate in an emergency on-call rotation after hours to support the customer notification systemMake effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture or work environmentMinimum QualificationsBachelors Degree in Business, Engineering or related disciplineExperience with standard business software packages including but not limited to Microsoft applicationsOrganizing and planning skills necessary to work independentlyPreferred QualificationsExperience with forecasting (e.g., regression analysis) End Date: 10/30/2026 Pay Range Minimum: Pay Range Maximum: The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.WEC Energy Group benefitsWe reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.Learn more at CareersWEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.EEO/AA policies and statements