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A. About the Role The candidate would manage the power trade-desk for the client/utility for sale/purchase of power in Power Exchange (PXs) in energy exchange instruments such as DAM/TAM/RTM etc. The role involves, but not limited to, maintaining trade details, analyze real-time demand-supply gaps and preparation of Bids. As per general understanding, the above said role would require a fair understanding of grid monitoring, load forecasting, schedule optimization and power procurement/sale (trading) concepts of domestic electricity market. The key responsibilities of this role will include the following: B. Detailed expectations from the role Preparing bids for trade (Buy/Sell) in DAM, TAM and RTM platforms based upon power portfolio optimization standards for utility/DISCOMs. Finalization & Placement of exchange bids as per clients SOPs through software/manually through trading stations. Monitoring and Analysis of Demand-Supply Gaps, Deviations in Schedules and Plant Outages on real-time basis for utility/DISCOMs. Scheduling of Generating Units based on merit order and using the dispatch optimization model Preparing and Maintaining daily buy/sell trade accounts/records through an established database Supporting the Client in activities related to energy trading and accounting. Must be open to working in Rotational Shifts The candidate must have a good understanding of Load Forecasting of State/Utilities/DISCOMs. The candidate must have a good understanding of Schedule Optimization of State/ Utilities/ DISCOMs. The candidate must have deep understanding of power trading platforms and products of energy exchanges. Experience in Bid Process Management, preparation and evaluation of bids. C. Required skill set Trading of power i.e sale/purchase of power in power exchange platform as per requirement of client including trading of Renewable Energy Certificates(RECs) & Energy Saving Certificates(ESCERTs) through Power Exchange to effectively harness the gains of Power Portfolio management findings, maximize power sale revenue and optimization of power purchase costs. At least 2 years of experience in power distribution sector - Experience in Energy/Power Portfolio Management projects with understanding of Grid Monitoring, Load Forecasting, Scheduling Optimization Power Procurement & Power Trading solutions. Preparation of bid documents to meet additional power requirements. Excellent communication skill and proficiency in MS Word/PPT/Excel. Previous experience of working in consulting environment would be a plus. Candidate worked in Energy Trading & Risk Management profile would be a plus. Candidate worked in DISCOMs would be a plus. The candidate having hands on experience in using SaaS solutions in power sector especially DISCOMs etc. would be a plus. D. Education and Experience Bachelor Degree in Engineering/IT/Computers/Management/Power Management/Economics. At least 2 years experience E. Location Base location shall be Chennai. However, the candidate may be required to travel anywhere in India. F. Remuneration Structure We offer a motivation based and competitive reward package.