Account Manager - procurement

Our client is at the forefront of transforming the energy infrastructure systems to power a net-zero carbon future. They are seeking a Account Manager to lead their Flexible Services strategy. In this pivotal role, you’ll develop and execute a targeted engagement plan for key customer accounts, building strategic partnerships to deliver cutting-edge solutions in energy efficiency, flexibility services, and capacity optimisation. The ideal candidate will come from a Procurement background, used to managing large, complex I&C customers and interested in a shift in career to shape a net-zero carbon future in the multi-utilities space. APPLY TODAY!

Responsibilities

• Own development and delivery of Capacity Management (CM) activities and identify opportunities for Flexibility Services (FS) tender participation.
• Support development of FS workstreams - maximising participation & product development
• Provide market and competitor analysis to drive and implement strategy.
• Evaluate Policy & Regulation that impacts workstreams across CM & FS.
• Develop processes and manage relationships between Strategic Planning and Connections
• Develop, implement, and own the targeted engagement plan for key customer accounts, developing strategic relationships and producing monthly reports.
• Advise customers on options for energy efficiency, FS provision, capacity increases and reductions, and the installation and management of low carbon technologies
• Capture load related connections info from I&C customers to provide pre application support
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with strategic partners
• Support the development and delivery of the team’s events programme.

Experience

• Experience in Energy essential - either DSO account management, Commercial Analyst or procurement
• Strategic Account Management experience essential within an Energy/Utilities environment
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance in the utility / energy sector
• Experience working in a regulated environment
• Ability to interpret and manipulate data
• Excellent communication skills

Ref: 14936

Role: Account Manager - Flex procurement - Energy experience essential

Location: Manchester - Hybrid

Salary: up to £53,000 + 10.5% bonus + large company benefits package