Energy Commodity Buyer (m/f/d)

Join the world leader in advanced energy storage solutions and be part of the success story of VARTA®!

At Clarios, we’re powering today, into tomorrow.

• Your contribution
• You will drive energy procurement strategy and deliver cost optimization, compliance, and sustainability through smart sourcing and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).
• The role will be based in Hannover, HQ Office, Germany.
• What you will do
• Develop, support and implement negotiation strategy for energy products and services at a regional level.
• Analyze energy consumption and develop strategic plans to increase efficiency and ensure supply security.
• Evaluate/select energy suppliers, negotiate, interpret and execute energy contracts (electricity, gas, renewables) and energy-related contracts for Clarios with emphasis on cost, quality, terms, and service necessary to meet requirements.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and sustainability targets in energy procurement. Integrate and support processes that optimally cover the organization’s energy needs.
• Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., EHS, Sustainability, Finance) and external partners.
• Monitoring energy market trends, prices, and regulatory developments and integrate in procurement strategies.
• Develop and maintain budgets and standard costs for energy procurement.
• Identify and implement process and tool improvements for strategic and operational energy procurement.

• Commercial or technical education, ideally with a focus on energy.
• Several years of experience in professional energy procurement or a comparable role.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage complex contracts.
• Solid knowledge of purchasing practices, the energy sector, and relevant laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in SAP and MS Office (mandatory); experience with e-procurement applications is a plus.
• Fluent in English; German is highly desirable.