Economic & Business Development Manager

Job Posting End Date 07-13-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date. Job Summary As a unit of American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP), one of the largest investor-owned electric utilities in the United States, Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our customers, investors and the communities we serve. Serving approximately 600,000 customers across Indiana and Michigan, I&M delivers safe, reliable energy while providing an outstanding customer experience. Job Description What you’ll do: As the Economic and Business Development Manager, you are the tip of the spear—hunting, pursuing, and closing high-impact load and job growth opportunities by deploying coordinated site readiness, target industry strategy, and business attraction tactics. Lead coordination and execution of site development initiatives (e.g., Future Ready Sites), including partner alignment, timelines, and deliverables Develop and execute targeted marketing strategies and materials to promote available sites and buildings across the I&M footprint Coordinate and support business attraction initiatives Develop high-quality marketing and presentation materials to support business recruitment efforts Build and maintain strong relationships and contact databases with site selectors, brokers, and commercial real estate partners Manage and continuously improve CRM data integrity for project tracking, pipeline visibility, and reporting Coordinate closely with technical teams to develop proposals and work through challenges Develop regular reporting and insights to inform leadership decision-making and strategic planning Serve as the initial point of contact for new leads, conducting preliminary vetting and qualification Ensure timely, clear, and professional communication throughout early-stage project engagement What we’re looking for: Bachelor's degree in economics, engineering, finance, business administration or related field preferred with a minimum of 5 years of economic/business development including industry-specific experience. OR associate's degree with minimum of 7 years of economic/business development including industry-specific experience. OR High school diploma / GED with 8 years of economic/business development including industry-specific experience. Demonstrated strategic and analytical skills. Strong oral and written communications skills, with ability to build relationships and achieve objectives through collaboration with multiple entities both within and outside the organization. Demonstrated ability to strategically manage economic development projects. Preferred Requirements: Certified Economic Development Professional designation or similar certification preferred. Master's degree preferred. What you’ll get: In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees. At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!" Compensation Data Compensation Grade: SP20-009 Compensation Range: $116,255.00 - $151,132.50 The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. 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