Business Performance & Optimisation Manager
E.On Uk
Drive performance, profitability & optimization of heat network operations.
9 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Nottingham, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
8,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Solutions
Sustainability Consulting
Renewable Energy
Electric Vehicle Charging
Energy Efficiency
Smart Home Technology
Energy Management
Power Generation
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
budget modelling
forecasting
performance insight
commercial optimisation
financial controls
cost management
- Evolve and maintain clear, supportive operational budgeting models and reporting tools that empower teams to understand and manage performance.
- Coordinate operational budgeting and forecasting, ensuring transparency, shared ownership, and alignment to deliver on commercial goals.
- Foster a shared understanding of operational performance, connecting team actions with financial outcomes and encouraging thoughtful, informed decision-making.
- Collaborate with supply chain and support teams to identify opportunities for efficiency and value creation.
- Champion the commercial optimisation of Heat Networks by using performance insight to identify opportunities for improvement, collaborating closely with engineering and digital teams to deliver meaningful outcomes.
- Manage performance dialogue delivery, influencing EIS Executive level.
- Evaluate the financial and commercial benefits of new initiatives, working collaboratively with operational leaders to shape business success.
- Work alongside Finance to ensure strong and supportive commercial and financial controls across Operations.
- Provide clear, balanced insight to guide commercial outcomes, such as site-level profitability and partnership opportunities, while managing risks responsibly.
- Partner with the senior operational team to achieve commercial targets, supporting effective decisions, shared accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with commercial and energy management experts to effectively manage and optimise Heat Network commodity costs.
What you bring
leadership
analysis
collaboration
creativity
communication
stakeholder
- Demonstrable experience of leading complex planning processes, involving multiple senior stakeholders.
- Ability to analyse complex problems and data, drawing insight and driving action
- Collaborative, with ability to build excellent working relationships across teams and disciplines, and at all levels.
- Creative problem solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills. Credible with senior management, with demonstrable experience of presenting to Board level
- Ability to lead, and deliver challenging targets personally, and through others
- Flexible & Family-Friendly - Our industry-leading hybrid and family-friendly policies earned us double recognition at the Personnel Today Awards 2024. We’re open to discussing how flexibility can work for you.
- Support at Every Stage of Life - We’re Fertility Friendly and Menopause Friendly accredited, with inclusive support for everyone.
- Outstanding Benefits - Enjoy 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a generous pension, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax/NI savings.
- Invested in Your Growth - From inclusive talent networks to top-tier development programmes, we’ll support your growth every step of the way.
- Award-Winning Workplace - We’re proud to be named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and the Best Place to Work for 16–34-year-olds.
- Accessible & Supportive - As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and will make any adjustments needed during the process.
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Company
Overview
- A leading energy supplier focusing on sustainable energy solutions.
- Evolved from a traditional energy provider into a major player in the transition to low-carbon energy.
- Offers a range of services including electricity and gas supply, energy efficiency, and renewable energy solutions.
- Specializes in renewable energy with a significant focus on wind and solar power projects.
- Committed to innovation, leading in energy storage, grid modernization, and smart technologies.
- Recent projects include large-scale wind farms, solar installations, and district heating systems.
- Part of E.ON Group, one of the world's largest energy companies, with a strong presence in multiple markets across Europe.
- Plays a key role in decarbonizing the UK's energy system while ensuring a reliable energy supply for homes and businesses.
- Safety first, always
- Energy in Action
- Focus on customers
- Trust and respect
- Delivering on promises
- Innovative and sustainable solutions
2040 Target
Net Zero Carbon Emissions
Committed to achieving net zero by 2040 through a combination of reducing operational emissions and investing in renewable energy projects.
- Committed to reducing emissions from operations and customers
- Investing in renewable energy projects, including wind and solar
- Promoting energy efficiency through smart technology solutions
- Reducing operational carbon footprint and increasing renewable energy capacity
50% by 2025
Target Female Leadership Ratio
Aim to achieve 50% female representation in leadership positions by 2025.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment for all employees
- Ongoing gender diversity initiatives and mentorship programs for women in leadership roles
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