Novelis · 1 week ago
Associate Category Manager, Energy
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expNovelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling, providing sustainable aluminum solutions. The Associate Category Manager, Energy and Utilities is responsible for managing utility costs, leading RFP processes, negotiating contracts, and implementing energy efficiency strategies to achieve cost savings and sustainability goals.
Food and BeverageManufacturingMiningPrecious Metals
Responsibilities
Develop and implement comprehensive energy sourcing strategies by conducting detailed needs assessments, market intelligence analysis, and benchmarking to ensure cost competitiveness and supply reliability
Lead and support sourcing activities including preparation and management of RFQs and RFPs, and negotiate complex agreements with energy sector suppliers for natural gas, electricity, renewable energy, and water supply. This includes structuring PPAs, REC purchases, gas supply, capacity and transportation agreements, and infrastructure contracts
Drive implementation of energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives by evaluating project feasibility, conducting cost-benefit analyses, and overseeing execution to align with sustainability goals and regulatory requirements
Provide accurate and timely energy spend analysis and reporting to internal partners, using data analytics to identify trends, forecast costs, and support strategic decision-making
Run internal approval processes to secure alignment and commitment from regional leadership for energy-related expenditures and strategic initiatives
Collaborate cross-functionally with plant managers, controllers, energy leads, sustainability teams, and regional procurement to ensure uninterrupted energy supply and develop long-term strategies that mitigate risk and optimize cost
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships by monitoring performance, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and finding opportunities for innovation and value creation
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years of sourcing or procurement experience, or commercial experience within an electric utility, energy supplier, or renewable energy developer
Extensive understanding of energy markets, utility rate cost structures, and the energy regulatory landscape
Proven ability to analyze and interpret energy market intelligence, energy usage data, and regulated electricity tariffs
Strong quantitative and data analysis skills with the ability to translate insights into actionable strategies
Demonstrated experience in facilitating and delivering presentations to senior management
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration across teams and with external partners
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Strong project management and process improvement skills with a focus on efficiency and results
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in finance, business, engineering, or environmental studies
Experience in developing category or commodity strategies
Skilled in negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships
Benefits
Family Growth Programs: Paid parental Leave, Adoption Assistance, Fertility Treatment, Childcare Discount and Nursing Mom Support
Employee Assistance Programs: free resources available 24/7 to you and your family in the areas of mental health, family life, and career and financial guidance
Wellness Programs: incentives for wellness activities, wellness spending account, programs for building healthy habits, virtual physical therapy for joint, back, and pelvic health, health management programs and more.
Diabetes Management Program
Pet insurance
Identity Theft Protection
PerkSpot Discount Program
Tuition assistance and career development programs!
Company
Novelis
Novelis is the leading producer of flat-rolled aluminum products and the world’s largest recycler of aluminum.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.31BKey Investors
Department for Energy Security & Net Zero
2025-12-23Debt Financing· $800M
2025-08-11Debt Financing· $750M
2025-01-08Debt Financing· $750M
Leadership Team
Steve Fisher
President and Chief Executive Officer
Greg Schlicht
Senior Vice President, Global Beverage Packaging
Recent News
2026-01-19
2026-01-11
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