Job Description

GasOps, Pipe Ops, and GBO Product Manager

About the team

Join our dynamic solution management team responsible for the world-renowned FIS ETRM Aligne solution, a leading-edge energy trading and risk management (ETRM) software that facilitates seamless end-to-end commodity trading, from deal capture and contract management to risk reporting, logistics and settlement. Our solution caters to some of the world's largest oil, gas, and energy trading companies, ensuring efficiency, security, and profitability in their operations. The GasOps, Pipe Ops, and GBO modules are critical components that provide comprehensive natural gas and pipeline operations functionality including scheduling, nominations, capacity management, balancing, and settlement capabilities for our clients.

As the Product/Solution Specialist for the GasOps, Pipe Ops, and GBO modules, you'll be based in Houston, Texas, yet your influence will span across the globe. The team you'll be part of is composed of top-tier professionals, innovators, and problem solvers dedicated to providing our clients with the best possible product and service experience. Our collaborative environment ensures an inclusive, thought-provoking work setting where every member's input shapes the future of our product. Your role will be crucial to maintaining our market-leading position, enhancing our solution's capabilities, and expanding its reach in this exciting, fast-paced industry.

What you will be doing

In the role of Product Specialist for our GasOps, Pipe Ops, and GBO components, YOU will:

• Oversee the entire product lifecycle for gas operations, pipeline operations, and gas back office modules, from ideation to development to market launch, in line with the overall solution roadmap
• Identify and interpret market trends and customer needs in the natural gas and pipeline operations space, translating these into product enhancements
• Serve as a crucial liaison between global stakeholders, our engineering team, and customers for gas scheduling, pipeline capacity management, nomination, and settlement functionalities
• Manage product positioning, competitive analysis, and go-to-market strategies for our gas and pipeline operations solutions
• Foster strong client relationships through proactive engagement and feedback collection
• Drive and execute product roadmap for gas and pipeline operations modules in line with our strategic objectives
• Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure our gas solutions retain their market-leading position
• Participate in stakeholder communication related to gas operations regulatory changes and market developments
• Partner with sales to close deals and drive revenue achievement for gas-focused solutions
• Work closely with partners for marketing, sales, implementation, and addressing product gaps in the gas operations space

What you bring:

• Extensive experience in product management, preferably within ETRM/CTRM systems with a focus on gas and pipeline operations
• Strong understanding of natural gas markets, gas scheduling, pipeline capacity management, nominations, and settlement processes
• Knowledge of gas and pipeline balancing operations and regulatory requirements across different regions
• Proven ability to liaise between technical and business stakeholders
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, comfortable engaging with global stakeholders
• Strategic thinking with a customer-focused approach, able to translate complex gas market requirements into product features
• Proven track record of managing product lifecycles and driving product enhancements
• Proficiency in project management, demonstrating the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong leadership qualities, capable of guiding and inspiring a team towards common objectives
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment, demonstrating resilience and a problem-solving attitude

Added bonus if you have:

• Prior experience with FIS ETRM Aligne GasOps, Pipe Ops, GBO modules or other gas/pipeline operations solutions
• Professional experience in the energy sector, particularly with natural gas trading, pipeline operations, or midstream companies
• Knowledge of regional gas markets and their specific regulatory requirements (North America, Europe, Asia)
• Certifications or significant exposure to Agile, Scrum, or other project management methodologies
• Strong networking skills and existing relationships within the gas trading and pipeline operations sector
• An advanced degree in Business, Finance, Energy Management, Computer Science, or a related field
• Experience in cloud and modern technology trends, able to drive product growth and expansion strategies
• Understanding of integration between gas operations and broader ETRM functions

What we offer you:
At FIS, you can learn, grow and make an impact in your career. Our benefits include:  

• Flexible and creative work environment 
• Diverse and collaborative atmosphere  
• Professional and personal development resources 
• Opportunities to volunteer and support charities 
• Competitive salary and benefits

FIS is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity and competitive compensation. The pay range for this full-time position is $153,180.00 - $257,360.00 and reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position based on the posted role, level, and location. Within the range, actual individual starting pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Any changes in work location will also impact actual individual starting pay. Please consult with your recruiter about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here

For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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