ENERGY DATA & REPORTING ANALYST

Gerdau; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gerdau is looking for an Energy Data & Reporting Analyst located in Petersburg, Virginia. This role involves collecting and analyzing energy data to support decision-making and compliance within the company's operations. The analyst will manage databases and use tools like Power BI for visualization.

A bachelor's degree in Energy Management or related fields is required, along with proficiency in Excel and SQL. The role supports various teams and involves collaboration to enhance energy management systems and reporting.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and data modeling.
• Experience with predictive modeling and statistical analysis.
• Strong understanding of energy industry calculations and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Gather energy data from various sources and maintain databases.
• Perform analysis to identify energy trends and opportunities.
• Create detailed reports and visualizations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with different departments for integrated reporting.

Skills

Data modeling

Statistical analysis

Power BI

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s in Energy Management, Engineering, Environmental Science, Data Science, or related field

Tools

SQL

Databricks

Job description

ENERGY DATA & REPORTING ANALYST

Energy Data and Reporting Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and presenting energy-related data to support decision-making, efficiency improvements, and compliance for Gerdau’s N.A. Operations. This role bridges technical data analysis with business reporting, ensuring that energy usage, costs, and performance are accurately tracked and communicated.

Core Responsibilities

Data Collection & Management: Gather energy data from internal systems, SAP, utility invoices, and external sources; maintain and update databases and associated dashboards and Power BI.

Analysis & Modeling: Perform statistical and predictive modeling to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for energy management; assist Energy Team with forecasts and performance.

Reporting & Visualization: Create detailed reports, dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Databricks, other), and visualizations for internal business stakeholder presentations.

Collaboration: Work with Energy Team, project managers, IT, accounting, finance and other departments to integrate data into energy management reporting systems.

Skills & Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Energy Management, Engineering, Environmental Science, Data Science, Analytics, or related field jobs.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel, SQL, data modeling, statistical analysis, and data visualization tools, Power BI, Databricks, others; experience with energy coefficients, conversion and calculations.

Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail; ability to interpret complex datasets and translate insights into actionable recommendations.

Industry Knowledge: Understanding of energy terms and calculations, markets, regulations, and REC markets.

BASIC FUNCTION:

• The Analyst/Specialist is responsible for providing decision support through financial and situational analysis. This position supports Gerdau North American Energy and Industrial Gases Team reporting, analytics and special projects and is responsible for supporting the development of business intelligence solutions as well as providing analytical support to departments across the North American business units.
• The candidate develops and maintains effective business and professional contacts to keep abreast of market conditions, opportunities, and trends. The candidate will analyze opportunities, create models, develop talking points and other advocacy materials, prepare requests for proposals, contracts, studies of relevant issues, forecasts and maintain adequate files and records to compile periodic reports.
• Candidate studies and analyzes business unit consumption and requirements for energy and industrial gases as well as related Supplies. Assists the Energy Team in obtaining competitive bids as required and supports negotiations with supply arrangements under the direction of the Director of Energy.
• The candidate will assist in representing the company in commercial, regulatory, and governmental activities necessary to protect and further the interests of Gerdau in areas related to energy. The candidate will work with professionals, consulting resources and counsel where necessary to secure specialized assistance as required.