Battery Energy Storage (BESS) Supply Chain Manager (f/m/d)
Key information
- Publication date:04 November 2024
- Workload:80 – 100%
- Contract type:Unlimited employment
- Language:German (Fluent), French (Fluent), English (Fluent)
- Place of work:Olten
Alpiq Holding Ltd. is a Swiss energy company operating throughout Europe. Its activities include the generation and supply of electricity, energy trading, energy management, energy services as well as energy technology. Alpiq Ltd. is a subsidiary of Alpiq Holding Ltd. with headquarters in Olten.
Join us in shaping the future of Alpiq, where you'll play a pivotal role in achieving our ambitious goals and expanding our flexibility footprint in Europe. We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our new Development & Projects team to oversee and manage the end-end supply chain for our utility-scale battery storage systems (BESS) projects in Western Europe.
You will be part of a new team with an exciting growth ambition, with the opportunity to not only execute but also proactively shape the future of our business.
Your main responsibilities
- Develop and define the overall supply chain strategy, in collaboration with our legal, procurement, sustainability and business teams
- Evaluate and build a network of relevant suppliers and partners around battery technology, electrical engineering, procurement and construction
- Define procurement criteria, process and quality standards. Own and manage supplier relationships, plan and execute tenders, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery during construction projects
- Monitor market in terms of technology, innovation and cost trends and suggest related commercial strategies
- Collaborate with business developers, project managers and other stakeholders during different stages of a BESS project, from project acquisition to final commissioning. Provide inputs for decision-making, perform required assessments
- Develop quality standards and ensure that all BESS components and systems meet established technical, legal, compliance and sustainability standards
- Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain, including disruptions, delays, and quality issues. Develop contingency plans to ensure continuous supply chain operations
- Analyze and optimize supply chain costs and implement measures to improve cost efficiency
Your profile
- Highly collaborative, with the ability to build trust and relationships in a complex and diverse environment
- Intrapreneurial mindset, ability to motivate and thrive success across diverse teams and stakeholders
- Proven track record and 5+ years' experience in supply chain management on BESS technology, alternatively in renewable energy sector, profound knowledge of procurement process and supply chain challenges
- Experienced in commercial negotiations, creating solutions and delivering value for the business
- Strong technical expertise on BESS systems and related technical knowledge
- Strong business network to relevant suppliers and partners
- Proficiency in English and fluency in German and or French, knowledge of additional languages is advantageous
