Energy Manager
Description
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
The role
About Vidrala
Vidrala is a consumer packaging company. With 8 factories in Europe and 4 in South America, we manufacture glass containers for food and beverage products and offer a wide range of packaging services, including logistical solutions and beverage filling activities.
Our industrial background, our growing geographical presence, and our commitment to sustainability consolidate us as a business partner for many of the leading brands in the beverage and food segments.
At Vidrala, more than 6,000 people choose glass every day. Join a team that bets on innovation, efficiency, and people's well-being.
How you'll work
Contract: Permanent
Job Introduction
As part of the Energy area, the selected person will be responsible for managing the different work areas related to energy, from procurement to utilization, at a regional level, implementing the Group's strategies to guarantee a secure, affordable, and sustainable energy supply with a long-term vision.
The objective will be to carry out continuous monitoring of the market and demand, so as to generate competitive advantages for the business unit.
The challenge
Reporting to the person responsible for the Energy area, the main functions to be performed will be:
- Define and implement the regional energy strategy aligned with business and sustainability objectives.
- Analysis of energy and regulatory markets to identify savings and optimization opportunities.
- Lead energy transition and decarbonization initiatives, including renewable energy projects, PPAs, energy efficiency, and flexibility.
- Manage energy and carbon risks, monitoring key indicators and hedging strategies.
- Negotiate agreements with energy suppliers and ensure the continuity and security of supply.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and represent the company before public bodies and industry associations.
- Participate in energy innovation projects that generate economic and environmental value for the business.
Key requirements
- Education: Degree in Engineering or Business Administration and Management (ADE) + Master's in Sustainability, Environment and SDGs or MBA.
- Required experience: minimum 3 years in energy management or energy procurement areas within an industrial or energy sector company.
- Languages: Advanced proficiency in English (C1) is essential
- Knowledge of market intelligence, trading, efficiency, and analysis tools: ICIS, LSEG, Bloomberg, Excel, Power BI, Phyton.
- Availability to travel.
- Analytical capacity, a global vision of the production process, and a proactive and autonomous attitude, complemented by teamwork and a strong orientation toward continuous improvement.
What can we offer?
- Permanent contract where you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment, where daily challenges will allow you to develop professionally in the energy field.
- Being part of a solid project in the industrial sector, committed to sustainability and operational excellence.
- Healthy company programs, focused on the integral well-being of people.
- An inclusive, respectful work environment aligned with our values of diversity, inclusion, and equality.
- Location: Llodio (Álava), with possibility of teleworking (hybrid model)
Next steps
Click on "Apply" and send your updated CV for this job opportunity.
We hope to hear from you soon.
#ChooseGlass and be part of #TeamVidrala
The Vidrala Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of their background. Each application will be evaluated based on competencies, regardless of age, gender, identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or religion.
IMPORTANT: We reserve the right to close this offer ahead of time if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
About Vidrala
Vidrala is a leading European glass container manufacturer, producing more than 9,000 million glass bottles and jars annually for the food, wine, beer, and spirits industries. The company operates multiple production plants across Europe and South America, with a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and circular economy practices. Its portfolio includes brands such as Vidrala, Aiala Vidrio, Crisnova Vidrio, Castellar Vidrio, Gallo Vidro, SB Vidros, Encirc UK, and Vidroporto.
- Industry
- Glass Packaging
- Founded
- 1965
- Employees
- 5,000–10,000
- Headquarters
- Llodio, Spain
- In Spain
- Llodio, Castellar del Vallès, Caudete
Good to know if you are moving
- Vidrala is headquartered in Llodio, a town in the Basque Country, Spain, and has production plants in several Spanish regions including Castellar del Vallès (Catalonia) and Caudete (Castilla-La Mancha).
- The company offers apprenticeship and internship opportunities for engineering students at its Spanish plants, providing a pathway for early-career professionals.
- Vidrala has international operations in Portugal, the UK, Ireland, Italy, Belgium, Brazil, and Chile, offering potential for cross-border career mobility.
- The company emphasizes sustainability and innovation, with recent investments in photovoltaic self-consumption plants and award-winning eco-design packaging.
- Spanish language proficiency is likely important for roles in Spain, though the company's international presence may also require English or Portuguese.