Vacancy Number: 25965
Business
Job Type: Full-time
ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy. Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.
With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.
Position Description
SES was established in 2017 as part of our Brighter Future Strategy to deliver low-carbon energy solutions and advice to businesses in Ireland & Great Britain.
SES partners with large industrial and commercial businesses, helping them decarbonise their operations, thereby reducing their emissions, lowering energy consumption, and reducing costs. The services delivered by SES to industrial and commercial customers include renewable onsite generation, energy monitoring and management, low energy lighting, electric vehicle charging solutions and the design and delivery of electric heating solutions at industrial scale.
We are seeking a suitably qualified Frameworks Specialist, to support commercial & contractual aspects of energy efficiency projects and energy centres from tender and/or development to completion and handover. You will be responsible for safeguarding the financial and commercial interests of SES by assisting the Frameworks Manager in managing and controlling commercial, procurement and legal risk, income and expenditure. You will work in collaboration with our Sales, Commercial, Engineering, Delivery and Asset Management Teams both on behalf of ESB and with external customers. The successful candidate will also contribute to the delivery of projects in a timely, efficient, sustainable, and safe manner whilst achieving these commercial targets.
Key Responsibilities
* Aid the Frameworks Manager in ensuring all Framework Agreements for the suite of products currently in place in SES are in line with business objectives and that all relevant approvals are in place and are kept up to date.
* Work with the Frameworks Manager and commercial team to develop innovative procurement solutions that maximise flexibility for the business within the regulatory constraints in each jurisdiction.
* Develop new Framework Agreements or other procurement strategies for emerging technologies, with the support of ESB Procurement, and identify optimum procurement strategies as appropriate to meet the needs of the Business.
* Develop annual Framework plans and build quality relationships with internal and external stakeholders (including key vendors/suppliers).
* Ensure tenders managed by SES are conducted in compliance with ESB Procurement Policies and Procedures.
* Provide contract management support to the business users and contract owners for tenders & framework agreements.
* Assist with ensuring close collaboration between SES and Procurement to integrate CSRD and Green Procurement requirements and relevant environmental strategies into the frameworks.
* Ownership of the development and deployment of project contract strategies.
* Undertake industry / market analysis and risk management activities with respect to each technology in the SES Strategy.
* Using procurement and market knowledge, provide leadership and direction for the SES suite of technologies.
* Produce feedback / lessons learnt to the SES business for future frameworks.
* Liaise with other functions within ESB to develop customer propositions and relevant frameworks as appropriate.
* Drive efficiencies to ensure contracts remain financially viable and delivered on budget.
* Aid in the delivery of projects in a timely efficient manner ensuring commercial KPI's are met.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
* Participate in multiple strategic projects.
* Move between various customers and projects as required.
* He/she may also be required to work on projects in UK and ROI at the same time.
Experience & Qualifications
Essential
The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate:
* Minimum 5 years relevant work experience in a procurement, commercial, technical, financial, or other relevant role.
* Either 3rd level qualification or equivalent relevant work experience is essential.
* High level knowledge of relevant ESB procurement procedures and processes (ESB Internal Staff Only).
* An appreciation of EU and Government policies and legislation in relation to procurement.
* A high level of commitment, commercial acumen, business understanding and excellent interpersonal skills.
* An ability to devise and develop innovative procurement strategies to meet business requirements.
* Advanced negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management abilities.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to meet challenging deadlines.
* Advanced knowledge and experience of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
* Financial skill to appraise project returns and profitability.
* Prioritise and work on multiple projects as required.
Desirable
The following criteria would be considered an advantage to the successful candidate:
* Understanding of energy management, energy efficiency and distributed generation technologies.
* Experience in new technology introduction.
* Experience working in the Energy Service Sector.
* Knowledge of SAP FMIS and SRM systems.
* Knowledge of wholesale or retail electricity markets.
* Knowledge of ESB’s organisation structure and relevant Corporate Policies (Internal Staff only).
Location
Swift Square, Santry, Dublin 9.
ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.
Reporting to
Frameworks Manager SES.
Why Work with Us?
* Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future.
* Progressive, hybrid working model.
* Career development through mentoring and training.
* Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities.
* Sports and Social Clubs.
* Networking opportunities.
* Credit Union.
* Generous Pension.
* Access to staff well-being programmes.
* Generous parental leave entitlements.
* Strong values-based and inclusive culture.
* Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
* Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted.
Salary
€55,500 - €65,500 depending on experience.
Closing Date
18th November 2024.
Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.
If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie.
Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.
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