Energy Manager

About the role

The Energy Manager operates at the site level within the technical department, directly reporting to the Technical Manager. The role collaborates cross-functionally with various site teams and integrates into the overall energy management strategy of the company. Core internal stakeholders are the plant manager, technical manager, asset manager, project engineers, process & manufacturing excellence teams, maintenance & production teams. External stakeholders include suppliers, contractors, energy consultants, regulatory authorities and auditors.

The primary purpose is to drive energy efficiency, reduce site energy consumption, and support the company's sustainability goals by identifying and implementing energy saving initiatives. This role also ensures the site meets its energy related regulatory requirements and contributes to overall cost savings through optimized energy use. The mission is to reduce the site's energy intensity and CO2 footprint by implementing best practices, energy saving projects and innovative solutions, while maintaining compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.

The role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's sustainability goals by driving energy efficiency and cost reduction at the site level, and the opportunity to engage with energy experts across different regions, contributing to a global network of energy management best practices.

Key responsibilities include

• Developing a multi-year plan for energy & GHG reduction
• Monitoring of the site energy consumption and analyzing the data
• Identifying energy saving opportunities & leading energy projects
• Maintaining compliance with Energy Regulations and build foundations energy management system based on IS0 50001
• Training and Engaging Operators and Technicians and broader internal stakeholders such as engineering, process and procurement
• Regular Reporting on Energy Performance and main KPI's

About you

The Energy Manager will be at the heart of an important transformation within the site's operations. With ambitious targets for annual energy intensity reduction, the role will involve not only improving energy efficiency but also influencing cultural and operational change. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong leadership, capable of shifting mindsets and practices around energy use. They will need to instill a culture of continuous energy improvement across all departments, engaging operators, technicians, and site management.

Due to the company's emphasis on cost-saving measures and operational efficiency, this role holds critical importance. The manufacturing sites are challenged to quickly deliver energy savings to contribute to overall operational cost reductions. This role is not only about long-term sustainability but also about delivering immediate impact. The candidate needs to be comfortable with working in this context, balancing quick wins with long-term planning.

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we've experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.

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