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What this is all about...
As Head of Data Management (m/f/d), you will assume a key leadership role in the area of energy and measurement data management. Together with your team, you will ensure the reliable execution of core energy industry processes and shape their strategic development. In this role, you will combine leadership responsibilities, process optimization, and digital transformation within a challenging regulatory environment. Through your work, you will make a significant contribution to a secure energy supply and to the implementation of the energy transition in our region.
You will lead an experienced team of specialists with comprehensive expertise in energy market processes. The team’s high level of technical expertise will enable you to focus on the strategic development of the department, the digitization of processes, and the successful implementation of change initiatives.
Leading and developing a well-coordinated team of 10 specialists, as well as creating the conditions for high-performing and forward-looking collaboration
Managing and continuously developing core energy industry processes, particularly in the areas of balancing, meter data processing, and market communication
Initiating and implementing digitization and automation projects in meter reading management
Coordinating contract management with suppliers, metering point operators, energy service providers, and other market partners
Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and the timely fulfillment of reporting obligations
Regular reporting to divisional management
What we'd like...
A completed degree in energy economics, industrial engineering, business administration, or a comparable field, ideally with a Diplom or Master’s degree
Several years of professional and leadership experience, for example as a team leader or group leader
Experience in the energy industry is desirable
Ideally, knowledge of grid management processes and regulatory requirements
Experience in monitoring and analyzing key performance indicators and in implementing digitalization projects
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Benefits
Jobs Secure in Times of Crisis
Working for and in the Region
Actively Shaping the Energy Transition
Onboarding, regular get-togethers, a welcoming culture in practice
In-house training catalog and external training opportunities
Workplace health management, sports groups and events, health seminars
Work-Life Balance: Certified since 2012
Annual team events and summer party
Company cafeteria in the heart of the city
Collective bargaining agreement and social benefits
Information on benefits HERE