Director - Consulting (Energy & Utilities)

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As a Senior Manager in Energy Procurement Consulting, you'll play a key role in advising and driving strategic procurement initiatives for our clients, empowering them to optimize their energy spend, improve efficiency, and transition to a sustainable energy future. This is your opportunity to make a real impact while leveraging your expertise in energy markets, procurement strategies, and stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Energy Procurement:
  • Lead end-to-end energy procurement initiatives, including renewable energy sourcing (e.g., PPAs), utility contracts, and demand-response programs.
  • Analyze market trends, regulatory landscapes, and clients need to design tailored procurement strategies.
• Supplier engagement:
  • Identify and qualify potential suppliers and lead supplier negotiations to secure favorable terms, including pricing, delivery schedules, and contractual terms
  • Collaborate with project managers, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Owners Engineers, and other stakeholders to understand the specific requirements and strategically procure Capex for brownfield and greenfield projects
• Client Advisory & Engagement:
  • Act as a trusted advisor for clients, providing expert insights on energy sourcing, risk management, and cost optimization.
  • Build and nurture long-term client relationships, identifying opportunities for additional consulting engagements.
• Team Leadership:
  • Manage and mentor a team of energy procurement consultants, fostering growth, collaboration, and innovation.
  • Oversee project delivery, ensuring timelines, budgets, and client expectations are met or exceeded.
• Market Intelligence:
  • Stay ahead of energy market developments, including policy changes, emerging technologies, and price fluctuations.
  • Translate data into actionable insights for client procurement strategies and internal process improvement.
• Operational Excellence:
  • Lead stakeholder engagement sessions, supplier negotiations, and contract management efforts to deliver measurable outcomes.
  • Identify opportunities for process optimization and technology adoption in the energy procurement lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Energy Management, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience:
  • 8 years of experience in energy procurement, consulting, or a related field.
  • Proven track record in renewable energy sourcing, market analysis, and large-scale procurement strategy development.
  • Experience working with complex energy markets and regulations (e.g., PPA negotiations, deregulated markets).
• Skills:
  • Deep understanding of energy procurement strategies, including traditional and renewable energy.
  • Strong project management and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and negotiation abilities.
  • Analytical mindset with expertise in data-driven decision-making.
  • Proficiency in energy procurement tools, data platforms, and market research tools.

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Work with leading organizations to shape the future of energy and sustainability.
• Growth: Advance your career with opportunities to lead groundbreaking initiatives in energy procurement.
• Innovation: Be at the forefront of driving renewable energy adoption and innovative procurement practices.
• Culture: Collaborate with a passionate, diverse, and supportive team dedicated to making a difference.