Head of Energy Optimisation

Head Of Energy Optimization

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Job Purpose And Impact

We are seeking a Head of Energy Optimization to lead our global energy team, responsible for origination, hedging, asset optimization, and managing the market exposure across natural gas, power, electricity, and diesel. This team also secures offsite renewable energy contracts and partners with business to shape energy transition strategies. This is a high-impact leadership role, accountable for managing energy spend and exposure across multiple regions while developing strategies that drive energy transition, support business growth and resilience in highly volatile energy markets. As Head of Energy Optimization, you will manage the organization's energy exposure strategy, expand capabilities through technology and sustainability initiatives, and partner with senior leaders to align the operating model globally.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead global energy spend and exposure portfolio across natural gas, power, electricity, and diesel.
• Develop and implement energy strategies to optimize performance and manage risk.
• Expand hedging and asset optimization capabilities, leveraging digital tools and data insights.
• Build and grow organizational expertise by combining internal talent with external market knowledge.
• Provide thought leadership across trading, operations, and supply chain to shape energy transition strategies and decarbonization solutions.
• Provide long-term leadership and develop high-performing teams of directors and managers.
• Manage a global team with a diverse set of capabilities across the three areas of impact (Physical Supply Delivery, Energy Risk Management and Energy Transition)
• Partner with Risk Management teams to develop tools and strategies to present to senior Risk Committee

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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