Vice President UK Operations - Manchester, United Kingdom - SEFE Marketing & Trading Ltd

    SEFE Marketing & Trading Ltd
    SEFE Marketing & Trading Ltd Manchester, United Kingdom

    1 month ago

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    An opportunity for an effective leader to join the UK Sales Operations team

    IN SHORT

    Are you a dynamic leader looking for an opportunity to join a rapidly changing organisation?

    Following internal promotion, we have an opportunity for an effective leader to join the UK Sales Operations team in the role of Vice President UK Operations. You will oversee and optimise operational activities within the UK market, ensuring value protection, compliance, and high levels of customer satisfaction across our business-to-business portfolio.

    WHAT YOU WILL DO

    With three direct reports and a total team of 65 you will provide clear direction, guidance, and support to achieve operational excellence, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards and internal policies and procedures.

    You will achieve this by

    • Developing and implementing operational strategies to drive efficiency, improve and harmonise processes and optimize resource allocation
    • Monitoring, developing and analysing key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess operational performance and identify areas for improvement
    • Promoting objectives and key results (OKRs) to drive continuous improvement
    • Owning the relationship with third-party vendors and suppliers
    • Providing coaching and guidance to the Operations Management team to enhance their leadership skills and performance
    • Developing and implementing talent initiatives to promote individual development and growth and identify future leaders within UK operations

    You will also

    • Stay abreast of industry trends, market developments, and best practice in energy retail operations.
    • Own the submission of industry data submissions
    • Own the budget for UK Operations

    WHAT YOU WILL BRING

    You will be joining a high performing team at a time of change. Flexibility combined with a structured approach will be key to the success of this role combined with

    • Proven experience in a leadership role preferably overseeing operations within the energy retail sector or a regulated industry
    • Demonstrated track record of driving operational efficiency, process improvement and organisational change
    • Excellent people skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams
    • Analytical and structured mindset with the ability to leverage data and insight to inform decision-making and drive results
    • Experience in collaborating and influencing effectively with stakeholders at all levels
    • Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment and adapt to evolving business needs
    • A degree level education or relative experience (desirable)

    ABOUT US

    Securing Energy for Europe – it's a simple statement, with a bold ambition. SEFE is not just our name, but also encompasses everything that drives us. To accomplish this, we're taking immediate action to secure gas supply – but also looking forward, to explore our role in the European energy transformation and how we can contribute to a stable and sustainable future.

    As a fully-integrated energy company, we serve our customers with an end-to-end energy value chain – from sourcing and trading to transport, storage, and sales. Together, we ensure the security of gas supply in Germany and Europe and drive the green energy transformation. Our international teams work across locations in Europe, Asia, and North America. We're passionate about energy and the important role it can play in shaping a better future.

    Our Manchester office is home to over 320 employees in a diverse array of roles and specialties – from sales and operations, to technology, data science and more. As a key location for our sales operations, we deliver a reliable supply of energy and a fantastic experience to more than 50,000 non-domestic energy consumers in Europe.

    OUR OFFER TO YOU

    We're committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces diversity and fosters the development of knowledge, skills, and experience. Whatever your role, you'll find an open, welcoming atmosphere that empowers you, and recognises your contribution.

    In return we offer a competitive remuneration package supported by a comprehensive, and broad reaching benefits package which includes.

    • non-contributory pension
    • bonus earning potential
    • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and volunteering days
    • buy / sell holidays
    • life assurance
    • medical and dental insurance
    • a wide range of optional flexible benefits

    We are committed to supporting your career growth with opportunities to develop both your knowledge and experience through a blended approach to learning.

    Join SEFE and help us secure gas supply across Europe and shape a better, more sustainable tomorrow.

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