Senior Manager, Strategic & Commercial Analytics

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

Wärtsilä Energy is seeking an accomplished Senior Manager, Strategic & Commercial Analytics to drive data driven decision making across the Americas region (North, Central, and South Americas). This is a high impact role enabling stronger value propositions, customer engagement, and market differentiation in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.

The position is permanent, and the preferred location is Houston, TX. Alternative locations such as Fort Lauderdale, FL or Herndon, VA, may also be considered. The role follows a hybrid work schedule, with two days per week onsite in the office.

Role Overview

In this role, you will lead the newly established Strategic & Commercial Analytics team (~3 team members), responsible for transforming commercial, technological, and financial data into actionable insights that shape market strategy, demand generation, and competitiveness across Wärtsilä Energy’s end-to-end business.

You will combine commercial and financial modeling expertise with strong analytical capabilities to develop compelling business cases for customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.

The position reports directly to the Director, Growth & Development Americas and works closely with cross-functional teams including Market Development, Project Development, and Sales.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Commercial Analytics Leadership

Lead the development and delivery of strategic and commercial analytics, including financial models that highlight the value of Wärtsilä’s New Build and Lifecycle solutions across the Americas.

Drive the execution and continuous improvement of the Deal Room process to optimize deal profitability and reinforce Wärtsilä’s competitive positioning.

Market & Deal Origination Support

Partner with Sales, Project Development, and Market Development teams to evaluate and originate new commercial opportunities, using robust analytical justification for project feasibility and customer value creation.

Translate complex results from power sy stem modeling into clear, data-driven narratives that differentiate Wärtsilä’s solutions and support customer and stakeholder education.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Insight Integration

Collaborate across Energy Business functions to ensure data flows efficiently and is utilized effectively to support strategy, planning, and execution.

Identify new data sources, system enhancements, automation, and AI opportunities to improve productivity and decision quality.

Team Development & Operational Excellence

Build and mentor a high-performing team of analysts, establishing processes, tools, and best practices that elevate analytics across the Americas.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and analytical rigor.

Qualifications:

5+ years of hands-on experience in data science & analytics, commercial modeling, or financial analysis (deal rooms), preferably within the energy industry and/or top tier management consulting.

Solid understanding of electricity markets and relevant technologies, preferably thermal power technologies.

Proven capability to lead and execute complex analytical projects.

Experience with power system modeling tools (e.g., Plexos, SERVM, Python-based workflows).

Familiarity with IRPs, power development plans (PDPs), and energy market advocacy processes

Demonstrated leadership in stakeholder engagement, cross functional coordination, or project management.

Proficiency in business intelligence tools (e.g., PowerBI) and advanced Excel based analytics.

Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills.

Master's degree in data science, Business, Economics, Engineering, or related field.

Fluency in English; Spanish considered as a plus

Travel Requirements

Up to 20% travel across the Americas may be required for customer meetings, cross functional workshops, and stakeholder engagements. Most collaboration will occur virtually.

Last application date: 03/04/2026

Candidates for regular U.S and Puerto Rico positions must be a U.S. citizen, national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee with valid work permit or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255a(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H1B, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Individuals hired for positions that require on-site customer interactions and/or in-person travel may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or other country-specific vaccinations, unless otherwise prohibited by law.

Wärtsilä North America values our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Wärtsilä North America is an EOE/AA employer.

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

Effective January 2025, Wartsila companies in the USA have implemented a new hybrid work model. Most employees who live within 40 miles of an office will work 2 days per week in office. This model will provide our employees the flexibility of working from home, while also providing the benefits of in-person collaboration twice a week. We will be happy to provide more information during your interview process.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.

Nearest Major Market: Houston

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