Business Development Analyst

National Fuel Gas Company; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Buffalo is seeking a Business Development Analyst to enhance the Commercial Services team. This role involves assisting customers with pipeline inquiries, negotiating business agreements, and conducting market analysis. Ideal candidates will have a business degree along with strong analytical and communication skills, contributing to the company's mission of providing exceptional service in the energy sector.

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) with Company Match

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Annual variable bonus program

Charitable Giving Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience required.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills essential.
• Strong attention to detail and technical ability needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist interstate pipeline customers with capacity inquiries.
• Negotiate arrangements with transportation and storage customers.
• Create data analytics around natural gas fundamentals.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Technical Ability

Proficiency with Microsoft Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a business related discipline

Tools

Excel

Job description

Please reference position Business Development Analyst in the subject line of email.

National Fuel is currently seeking a Business Development Analyst for an outstanding career opportunity in the Commercial Services department located at our corporate headquarters in Williamsville, NY. National Fuel is proud to have an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, hard work is rewarded and promotion from within is supported. We offer exciting career opportunities for talented and ambitious job seekers and encourage you to apply today.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist interstate pipeline customers with daily capacity inquiries related to transportation and storage services
• Negotiate business arrangements with transportation and storage customers and coordinate all aspects of the process, including interruptible capacity sales, capacity postings, gas purchases and sales, email notifications, customer inquiries, business system input, and documentation
• Work closely with team members to develop strategies to maximize the marketability of transportation and storage services
• Create data analytics around natural gas fundamentals and develop insight driven commercial strategies across transport and storage services
• Develop a thorough understanding of the Northeast natural gas market and provide regular updates to the Department on market trends and news
• Assist in the development and implementation of new and/or modified Tariff services
• Assist in the preparation of the Department’s annual O&M Budget and monthly reporting responsibilities
• Assist with five-year financial forecasting and monthly reporting responsibilities
• Work closely with the Department Manager and Officers to prepare materials for Board of Director meetings
• Collaborate with the Sales team on the preparation of marketing materials
• Oversee website content to ensure compliance with FERC regulations and tariff requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a business related discipline or relevant work experience is required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Analytical skills and technical ability, including a proficiency with Microsoft Suite
• Exceptional time management and multi-tasking abilities
• The ability to adapt quickly to change

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced Excel skills preferred

ABOUT NATIONAL FUEL:

National Fuel is a diversified energy company headquartered near Buffalo, NY. Our employees continue to be the most important part of our Company and have made us who we are today. We are dedicated to the communities in which we live and work and have nearly 2,000 employees in Western NY and Northwest PA.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The base salary range for this position is $60,500 – $66,000.

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of pay that National Fuel believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job. The specific base pay offered to a successful applicant will be based primarily on relevant professional experience. Other components that may be considered include: individual qualifications, licensures, industry specific experience, education and market demands for specialized skills. The pay range is subject to change at any time based on various internal and external factors. Exempt positions will also be eligible for an Annual Cash Bonus Plan.

National Fuel offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following:

· Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage · Paid Company Holidays

· Dental Coverage · Parental Leave for Mothers and Fathers

· Vision Coverage · Tuition Reimbursement

· 401(k) with Company Match · Life Insurance

· Company Funded Retirement Savings Account · Long Term Disability Insurance

· Paid Time Off · Charitable Giving Programs

· Annual variable bonus program

HOW TO APPLY:

Any candidate offered a position with National Fuel will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug test. For confidential consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter (preferably in PDF format) by June 19, 2025, to [e-mail] . Please reference position “25-039NY– Business Development Analyst” in the subject line of your email. Attachments with a .docm extension will not be accepted.

National Fuel is a proud equal employment opportunity employer. We believe our differences makes us all better, pushing us to look at things differently while enriching our own personal life experiences. That’s why we’re committed to building a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive work environment.

We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.