Job description:
About our client:Our client is a leading European energy company, which for more than 100 years has electrified industries, supplied energy to people’s homes and modernised the way of living through innovation and cooperation. They now want to make fossil-free living possible within one generation. That s why they are driving the transition to a sustainable energy system through initiatives in renewable production and climate smart energy solutions for their customers. They employ approximately 20,000 people and have operations mainly in Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark and the UK.Role Description:We offer an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Manager(NL) where you manage the commercial aspects of our onshore operational sides and be part of working towards a fossil free future!In our Onshore Commercial Management department we support the Onshore Operations organization on commercial matters through providing commercial expertise and advice across the portfolio. We are looking for somebody to join the international team (about 7 members) with focus on our 10 Onshore sites in The Netherlands and about 50 contracts, together with one senior colleague.Be in your element with BA WindOur wind, solar and batteries business offers a unique opportunity to be in your element working to help harness the forces which will take us to fossil freedom.As part of BA Wind you will play a key role in one of the most exciting pipelines in the industry with 24GW of capacity stretching out more than a decade ahead across our key European markets.You won’t only be involved in developing projects but pioneering cutting-edge innovation, new business models and ways of working with communities and the environment. Working as part of a leading European utility also means you could be helping a growing number of major businesses and brands achieve their own sustainability goals through partnerships.Responsibilities:Support contractual KPI monitoring and reporting.Support central commercial initiatives, including reviewing and developing commercial processes where needed.Contribute to the relationship management of both internal and external stakeholders.Conduct commercial analysis of plant and failures of equipment.Support on ad hoc and miscellaneous commercial topics.Requirements:Your profile / who are you?As our commercial manager you will bring a combination of strong commercial and negotiation skills, allowing you to effectively manage contracts and drive favorable outcomes. Your ability to balance conflicting requirements of quality, cost, and time will be crucial in making informed decisions under tight deadlines. Additionally, your aptitude for teamwork and your influential nature will enable you to build and nurture relationships within a multicultural and diverse team. With a results-oriented mindset, you will thrive in meeting tight deadlines and delivering concise and impactful information to senior management.As the Commercial Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the commercial and contract management of the sites, ensuring that all planned activities and ad-hoc requirements have comprehensive contractual coverage. Your expertise will be vital in supporting the procurement process, collaborating with the Procurement team to negotiate amendments, renewals, and significant new contracts. Your knack for resolving commercial issues, including variations and claims, will be key in driving necessary escalation when required. It will be your responsibility to ensure that all stakeholders involved uphold their contractual obligations. Building and fostering strong business relationships with both new and existing contractors, as well as internal and external stakeholders, will be a fundamental aspect of your role.Next to this you bring:Degree, preferably in commercial/financial, general engineering or technical qualification3-5 years of experience in large industrial projects, preferably renewables, oil and gas or similar complex industriesExperience in contract and commercial management and managing supplier relationshipsProactive approach to HSEExcellent communication skills both verbally and in writing, including in both Dutch and EnglishWillingness to take on ad hoc tasks and assist the site team where neededLocation:Your office will be in Amsterdam or Arnhem. We support hybrid working and you will visit our sides every now and then.
