Expert Cost Engineering & Sourcing Analytics (f/m/d)

E.ON is one of Europe's largest operators of energy networks and infrastructure and a provider of innovative energy solutions. Our employees are constantly working to digitise the energy world, achieve net zero and connect everyone to good energy. To achieve this, we are focusing our actions on sustainability, digitalisation and growth. We strongly believe that differences make us stronger and welcome all people into our inclusive and diverse culture.

As Cost Engineer Market Intelligence & Sourcing Analytics (f/m/d) you will take an expert role within the division Supply Chain Excellence providing strategic and operational support to our International Category Manager and Management team. In this role, you are leveraging the power of cost intelligence & analytics to create valuable insights embedded into our Sourcing and decision-making processes. You will drive cost structure analysis in e.g. B2C products or to Energy Networks HV/MV/LV assets, calculating should cost, total cost of ownership (TCO) and analyzing incoming supplier offers on several levels. Further you are driving transparency analysis to gain insights on demand and sourcing. Continuous learning and an open mindset to work with diverse stakeholder belong to your daily job.

What you are responsible for

• Continuous development of our Supply Chain cost intelligence methods & tools to materials and services
• Ensure growth of valuable data sources and external partner by active market research and external partner collaboration in cost engineering projects
• Increase transparency in Demand, Sourcing and Tendering processes to secure forecasting & volume bundling
• Further scale the application and usage of smart cost analytics and cost engineering on materials and services
• Ensure a close and effective interaction with our Category teams and Management to deliver valuable data products and to secure the integration of cost analytics & data insights in decision making processes
• Deployment of best practices incl. IT tools to support the performance steering and transparency across Categories
• Build and strengthen business stakeholder relations, serve as the primary point of contact for data collaboration

What we are looking for

• University degree in Business Administration / Engineering, Technology or equivalent professional qualification (M.Sc., Diploma) (technical background helpful but not necessarily needed)
• Comprehensive understanding about Supply Chain management and related processes e.g. Demand Forecasting, Source-to-Contract
• First experiences in leading cost engineering initiatives with technical product manager and Category manager
• Experienced understanding about data management, data validation and the consolidation of key facts & figures
• Experience in the management of analytical projects and methods of data analysis and/or cost planning
• Proven track record of managing complex stakeholder relationships at the same and higher hierarchical level
• Strategic thinker with strong acumen to smart analytics as well as the experience of developing and implementing effective solutions/concepts for out of the box inquiries of data assessment
• Ideally you have professional experience in the application of data analytics solutions e.g. MS Power BI, Tableau etc.
• Fluent in English and German

What we offer you

E.ON is united in working on the most exciting issue that our generation needs to solve: climate change! With all our employees and customers, we are a global community of innovators and changemakers, all with the belief that each one of us can make a difference for our environment, for our society and for our children #WE shape the future.

To keep you motivated and healthy we are offering you the following benefits:

• High flexibility: a hybrid work model, flexible working times, sabbatical or additional vacation opportunities allowing great work-life balance
• Working from abroad: up to 20 days in the European economic area
• Modern and agile work environment: a workplace according to digital and ergonomic standards as well as seating corners and spaces to be creative and productive
• Personal growth: life-long independent learning making use of a broad range of training and development opportunities
• Family service support: in all life situations through cooperation partners in childcare, holiday care, nursing support or everyday assistance
• Full board: a wide selection of fresh meals and drinks in our subsidized bistro and canteen on site
• Various health offers: e.g. physiotherapy, inhouse fitness club, flu vaccinations, mental health
• Corporate benefits: employee share program, pension scheme, employee discounts, several special insurances (and much more)
• A central location: very good public transport connection, free parking and charging points for e-vehicles
• Individual mobility: private car and bike leasing

Do you have questions?

For further information please contact Beatrice Rapp, beatrice.rapp@eon.com, .

Are you already convinced that this is the next step in your career? If yes, we would be happy if you would register and apply online as Expert Cost Engineering & Sourcing Analytics (f/m/d) (ID 230557).

Please note that applications via email will not be considered. Please only use our online application system.

What you need to know:

Contract type: Permanent
Working time: Full time; Part time
Company: E.ON SE
Function area: Procurement/Supply Chain
Location: Essen

Inclusion

It is important to us that people with disabilities have access to a fair application process, providing them with an opportunity to shine. Therefore, our representative body for severely disabled people will be included in the process from an early stage. Please let us know via the application form if you require technical or organisational adjustments during the application process. We will strive to make the required aids available.

Should you not be able to apply online and want to speak someone in person, please contact your local recruiter.