Head of Renewables Financing (m / w / d)

BAUMLINK; Stuttgart; Remote; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A fast-growing clean energy technology company seeks a Head of Energy Portfolio Management to oversee power procurement and trading. This leadership role directly influences the company's energy strategy and profitability while driving innovation in AI-driven trading methods. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy economics and substantial experience in the German power market, along with skills in team leadership and data analysis.

Leistungen

Full remote flexibility within Germany

Collaborative environment with short decision-making paths

Leadership autonomy with real strategic impact

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience in energy portfolio management or trading.
• Strong understanding of German power market and trading mechanisms.
• Practical experience with forecasting models and large data sets.

Aufgaben

• Lead power procurement and trading strategy, including hedging and optimisation.
• Monitor developments in German and European power markets.
• Manage energy purchases across various trading environments.

Kenntnisse

Analytical Thinking

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Team Leadership

Data Analysis

Ausbildung

Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Energy Economics or similar

Tools

Python

SQL

Jobbeschreibung

We are looking for a dynamic, strategic, and hands-on Head of Energy Portfolio Management to lead all power procurement and trading activities for a fast-growing clean energy technology company operating at the intersection of digitalisation, smart home solutions, and energy markets.

This is a high-impact leadership role : you will report directly to the company’s leadership and play a critical role in shaping energy purchasing strategy, market positioning, and innovation in one of Germany’s most progressive energy portfolios.

Your work will directly influence profitability, pricing competitiveness, and the long-term energy market strategy of the group.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio Management & Trading Strategy : Lead all activities related to power procurement, covering both long-term contracts and real-time market strategies. This includes short- and long-term forecasting, market monitoring, and the development of hedging and optimisation strategies.
• Operational Procurement : Own the execution of energy purchases across forward markets, day-ahead, and intraday trading environments.
• Pricing & Risk Management : Calculate competitive tariff procurement prices while minimising exposure to price volatility and imbalance energy risks.
• Market Analysis : Monitor key developments in German and European power markets, identify risks and opportunities, and inform strategic decisions with robust, data-driven insights.
• Regulatory Awareness : Keep abreast of energy regulations and ensure portfolio activities align with compliance frameworks.
• Product Development Support : Evaluate new energy-related product ideas from a commercial and technical viability standpoint.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner closely with internal teams—especially software engineering and IT—to enhance system capabilities and data-driven processes.
• Innovation & Tech-Enabled Trading : Drive innovation in trading by leveraging AI-based forecasting models, algorithmic trading strategies, and custom-built tooling.
• Leadership & Team Development : Lead, mentor, and inspire a growing team of analysts (currently 3) working with modern tools including Python and SQL. Promote knowledge sharing, best practices, and continuous improvement.

Your Profile

• A degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Energy Economics or a comparable quantitative discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience in energy portfolio management, energy trading, or similar power market roles.
• Strong understanding of the German power market (including regulatory landscape, market design, and trading mechanisms).
• Practical experience working with forecast models and large data sets.
• Analytical and strategic thinker with strong business acumen and a hands-on, pragmatic mindset.
• Highly organised, strong communicator, and able to work both independently and collaboratively—across functions and geographies.
• Fluent in both German and English (professional working proficiency).
• Bonus : Proficiency in Python and SQL is a strong plus.

What We Offer

• Full remote flexibility within Germany
• Work at the forefront of energy innovation, AI-driven trading, and digital energy services
• A collaborative environment with short decision-making paths
• Leadership autonomy with real strategic impact
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to scale and shape a fast-growing energy portfolio