Transformation and Competitiveness Manager

OUR CULTURE AND VALUES

We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.

We are Leading

Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.

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We are Agile

We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.

We are Fun

We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

ABOUT THE POSITION

Location: Hybrid (2-3 days in office) in Arlington, VA OR Mountain View, CA OR Houston, TX OR Alpharetta, GA.

Fluence is seeking a passionate individual committed to using their talents to solve the most challenging and important problems of our time; helping to transform the way we power our world and accelerate a sustainable energy future. 

Fluence seeks a Transformation and Competitiveness Manager to drive cross-functional strategy and transformation projects across Fluence’s Global businesses.

We are looking for a diligent, motivated, and experienced Manager with strong ownership for topics, self-organization and people skills.

You will be responsible for managing several cross-functional projects with high relevancy and strong exposure to our top management. You will actively contribute Fluence’s competitiveness with a focus on cost-out and product differentiation. Furthermore, you will prepare, host, and moderate operative as well as strategic meetings with top management stakeholders from regional and central organizations.

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Competitiveness, the Transformation and Competitiveness Manager will gain the responsibilities to:

•Lead and manage cross-functional and cross-regional strategy and transformation projects with high impact on Fluence’s business. 

•Act as sparring partner for Fluence’s management on strategic and competitiveness question.

•Facilitate stakeholder engagement and communication, providing regular updates to top management.

•Drive change management activities, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes, systems, and practices across the organization.

•Support the continuous improvement of project management frameworks, methodologies, and best practices within the organization.

What does the ideal candidate bring to Fluence?

• At least 4 years' experience in a Consulting role or another high-paced environment, such as Investment Banking/Private Equity, with strong track record of success.
• Experience in managing senior stakeholders up to board level 
• Strong knowledge of energy markets globally is a nice to have.
• The preferred candidate should have MBA or advanced degree and demonstrate strong analytical capability.
• Demonstrated experience in managing cross functional transformational/strategic projects.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills required. The candidate should be capable of creating compelling arguments and communicating them to various internal audiences.
• Demonstrated business judgment and individual initiative. 
• Demonstrated strong ownership and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work dynamically and cross functionally within teams spanning both the regional organizations and the global functions in a fast-moving technical business environment.
• Possess an entrepreneurial drive for getting things done.
• Exhibit a forward leaning posture, high ownership, and diligent pursuit of new opportunities.

At Fluence we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace; if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply!

Unlimited PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Pet Insurance

Generous 401K Match

Annual Bonus Incentive

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