Renewable Energy Category Strategist

3 days ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Thames Water Full time
Job Description

This role is responsible for overall category management of renewable energy space and other revenue-generating contracts.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and manage multiple compelling sourcing initiatives and in-life contract management activities that deliver best value to Thames Water.
  • Establish effective working relationships with key stakeholders and the supply market, demonstrating Thames Water values and behaviours.
What You'll Be Doing

You will lead strategy development for specific projects as allocated by the Head of Supplier and Category Management, in line with agreed category strategies.

  1. Demonstrate sustainability, innovation, and risk management, collaboration, health and safety & well-being through each initiative.
  2. Ensure audit trails, document, and information systems are effective, with robust confidentiality and traceability, in line with Procurement Regulations.
  3. Work with stakeholders on contract launch and seamless implementation.
  4. Create compelling reports, documents, and presentations, delivering effectively to all levels of the business.
  5. Ensure timely and accurate reporting on sourcing projects using available tools.
  6. Support development of best practice across the Commercial lifecycle; update documentation for the Thames Water team.
About the Role

This is a 36-hour per week hybrid position based at Clear Water Court, Reading, or Camelford House, London, depending on your location.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in renewables and a firm understanding of operating under the Utilities Contract Regulations 2016.



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