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Renewable Energy Sourcing Analyst

AT Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric

Renewable Energy Sourcing Analyst

Melbourne, Australia

We create Impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability. Our mission is to be a trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency.

We are leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. From energy and sustainability consulting to optimising the lifecycle of your assets, we provide services to meet your needs. Our technologies help you become more efficient, reduce costs, and meet your sustainability goals.

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Do you have an analytical mind and a re you passionate about sustainability? Do you want to help large and small companies in Australia to reduce Green House Gas emissions ? Are you looking for a job with a meaningful purpose? Do you want to work in a team of like-minded people? Then this position offers you exactly the right challenges as you support your customers to meet their decarbonisation targets!

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The Opportunity:
As the world leader in energy procurement with over 35 years experience of in helping clients reduce their energy spend & improving energy efficiency. Our Melbourne CBD-based Energy and Sustainability Services division is seeking an Energy & Renewables Sourcing Analyst (Energy Procurement Analyst) to work on the Energy & Cleantech Sourcing team. This closely-knit team of professionals is responsible for sourcing energy in Australia , New Zealand , Singapore and Japan to manage the many facets of the procurement process to meet client goals and contribute to the continued transition into the digital and decarbonised economy.

Day to Day Responsibility:
As the Energy and Renewables Sourcing Analyst you will play an integral part in a well-established team of professionals who pride themselves on their positive impact and contribution to an inclusive work environment. You will be responsible for running RFPs for renewable electricity contracts , delivering re newable energy strategies , understanding markets, liaising with retailers and developers, documenting processes and driving transformation. You will be confident in presenting to clients, online and in person (when appropriate) .

Key responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:
  • Engage with Client Managers and other internal teams to deliver an exceptional level of service to our clients.
    • Engage with clients to discuss RFP results and recommendations .
    • Procuring renewable electricity and environmental certificates .
    • Manage pre-tender activities through collecting interval data, invoices, and contracts.
    • Manage the tendering, analysis and subsequent contract award and placement processes relating to complex energy contracts.
    • Negotiate and utilise quantitative and qualitative techniques to deliver most suitable contract terms and lowest renewable energy prices for our clients through regular interaction with energy retailers and renewable developers.
  • Develop and deliver renewable energy strategies to clients who are looking for guidanc e on the best ways of reducing Scope 2 emissions and achieving their RE100 goals .
    • Own and develop/enhance business processes to the highest standards of efficiency, control and accuracy.
    • Innovate processes or services to digitise & automate processes, improve effectiveness and efficiency, and improve the client experience.
    • Develop & deliver accurate & timely reports, responding to client queries as required; proactively communicate with internal and external clients.
    • Review work outputs from the team to ensure accuracy and s upport other team members to deliver their work, as they will support you.
    • Utilise and contribute to the development of internal Schneider Electric procurement platforms, ensuring development suits local needs and establishing /implementing procedures that utilise the proprietary systems.


Shortlisting for these opportunities will require the following skills, attributes, and qualifications:
  • Applicants with tertiary qualifications in Economics, Finance , Accounting , or Environmental Studies are preferred.
  • Advanced MS-Excel skills are essential with the ability to identify , analyse, and comprehend information from numerous sources, including working with large data sets, and communicating pertinent information to the appropriate parties .
    • Demonstrable analytical ability with a sharp eye for numerical detail is essential, as is the ability to understand and discuss potential financial outcomes.
  • Proven ability to remain focused in a complex and fluid environment whilst delivering tasks accurately and on time.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, customer-focused and good stakeholder management skills.
    • Adaptable, resilient and focused, capable of taking ownership and delivering desirable outcomes within a complex and changing environment whilst remaining an integral part of a close-knit and friendly team.
  • Experience in energy and/or renewable energy analytics experience highly regarded , but not required.
    • Procurement experience within the energy industry either at a supplier or energy consultancy will be highly regarded , but not required.
    • E xperience with Python, SQL, Matlab and Qlik will be highly regarded .

The Perks:
The list is long but importantly we offer a competitive salary package, access to our employee share plan and salary continuance insurance. Beyond this we have a truly flexible work environment, pay equity, family leave policies and a global recognition program. Additionally, we offer all our employees a chance to build a career within our global organization. With our game-changing 'Open Talent Market' you have the opportunity to ; work on global projects, explore future roles or establish a mentorship to grow your skills.

If you are looking for an opportunity to continue growing your career within one of the most sustainable and ethical companies , then we want to hear from you.

All applicants must have working rights in Australia at the time of application and will be required to provide documented evidence if selected for interview.

Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. If any candidates are submitted in an unsolicited manner, we will consider this as a direct candidate application to Schneider Electric and no fee will be payable.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

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Client-provided location(s): Melbourne VIC, Australia
Job ID: Schneider_Electric-77553
Employment Type: Full Time