Technical Buyer - Energy

Description

Job Summary: Professional to identify and promote differentiated solutions for energy procurement in the Free Market, managing contracts and seeking alternative supply options. Key Highlights: 1. Identify and promote differentiated solutions for energy procurement 2. Manage energy contracts and representation 3. Conduct procurement and negotiations in the energy sector We are seeking a professional to identify and promote differentiated solutions for energy procurement in the Free Market. Key responsibilities include managing energy and representation contracts while seeking optimal supply alternatives. **Responsibilities and Duties** * Prepare various studies and analyses related to energy management. * Conduct procurement and negotiations in the energy sector, including photovoltaic power plants, electricity purchase and sale in the Free Market, diesel oil, natural gas, LPG, and other energy sources. * Prospect, develop, and qualify suppliers in accordance with Grupo Zaffari’s established guidelines. * Perform technical and financial feasibility analyses for photovoltaic power plant (PVPP) contracts. * Evaluate/analyze new investment opportunities related to energy. * Implement projects to improve processes, controls, and energy management efficiency. * Contact regulatory agencies, distribution companies, and suppliers to manage and support new energy connection processes. * Collaborate with the energy manager to request, evaluate, and develop analyses, reports, dashboards, and opinions supporting strategic decision-making for Energy Management; * Deliver presentations consolidating key topics related to the Energy Management process; * Analyze trends in the company’s fuel consumption and costs using historical billing data extracted from SAP. * Perform Power BI analyses to identify cost and consumption discrepancies as well as process improvements; * Coordinate meetings with maintenance and operations teams to support the development of solutions improving Grupo Zaffari’s Energy Management. * Validate settlement costs/charges with the Finance department. * Support the Corporate Procurement team on assigned tasks. **Requirements and Qualifications** Electrical Engineering or Energy Engineering Experience conducting negotiations related to equipment procurement and the Energy Free Market. Knowledge of legislation, ordinances, technical terms, charges, cost composition, and tools used for Energy Management. Proficiency in Power BI and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). SAP knowledge is a plus. **Additional Information** Annual PPR (Profit Sharing Plan) Unimed Health Insurance Dental Insurance On-site cafeteria Transportation voucher as per CLT regulations Retail Worker Day Off Our story began in 1935, founded by Francisco José and Santina Zaffari, who—with care and dedication—established a grocery store in the interior of Rio Grande do Sul. From this small business emerged a trajectory focused on quality, variety, a welcoming environment, and service—distinctive features that have become our Company’s hallmark. Today, Grupo Zaffari comprises multiple business segments, including the largest supermarket and hypermarket chain in southern Brazil. It also operates shopping centers in Rio Grande do Sul and São Paulo, as well as a credit card issuer. In 2023, the Cestto Atacadista wholesale network was launched. Our large family now unites 12,000 employees committed to our mission of delivering the best customer experience. We provide a pleasant, safe, and developmental work environment where professional and personal growth go hand in hand. We are an educational company with a comprehensive outlook—from first-job experiences to employment opportunities for mature professionals aged 50+ . We are dedicated to ensuring respect for diversity and positive socialization remain aligned with our commitment to serving the community well—the very reason for our existence. Our values and DNA accompany us: quality, integrity, commitment, and relationship. We invest in people because they are the life, soul, and success behind every project. With diverse approaches, we connect through our shared purpose: doing our best for customers and colleagues—every single day. Join our great family! Follow available opportunities on this page!