IN SHORT

Lead a forecasting team responsible for delivering accurate energy demand forecasts across European markets. Ensure operational excellence while contributing to strategic initiatives that safeguard forecasting continuity during system changes and drive process improvement and harmonization across the organisation.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

• Lead the delivery of accurate energy demand forecasts across multiple European portfolios.
• Drive improvements in forecasting models and processes and ensure alignment with accuracy KPIs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (Sales, Pricing, Trading and Risk) to deliver actionable insights for managing volumetric and price risks.
• Support SEFE-wide forecasting initiatives by ensuring continuity during system updates and using strategic changes to improve and harmonize forecasting processes..
• Foster the growth and integration of forecasting teams within the CSO domain, promoting shared learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Set and deliver team performance objectives, manage training, and support onboarding of new team members.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING

• Proven leadership experience in forecasting, data science, or energy analytics.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML forecasting techniques and operational forecasting processes.
• Experience with Databricks or similar cloud-based data platforms is a plus.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience working in international, cross-functional environments.
• Strategic mindset with hands-on operational capabilities.
• Passion for team development and collaborative growth.

ABOUT US

Securing Energy for Europe – it’s a simple statement, with a bold ambition. SEFE is not just our name, but also encompasses everything that drives us. To accomplish this, we’re taking immediate action to secure gas supply – but also looking forward, to explore our role in the European energy transformation and how we can contribute to a stable and sustainable future.  

SEFE, an international energy company, ensures the security of supply and drives the decarbonisation of its customers. SEFE’s activities span the energy value chain, from origination and trading to sales, transport, and storage. Through its decades-long expertise in trading and the development of its LNG business, SEFE has become one of the most important suppliers to industrial customers in Europe, with an annual sales volume of 200 TWh of gas and power. Its 50,000 customers range from small businesses to municipalities and multinational organisations. By investing in clean energies and especially in the hydrogen ecosystem, SEFE is contributing to the energy transition. The company employs around 2,000 people globally and is owned by the Federal Government of Germany.

Our international teams work across locations in Europe, Asia, and North America. We’re passionate about energy and the important role it can play in shaping a better future.  

Securing energy – now and for the future.

OUR BENEFITS

We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces diversity and fosters the development of knowledge, skills, and experience. Whatever your role, you’ll find an open, welcoming atmosphere that empowers you, and recognises your contribution.

In return we offer a competitive starting salary supported by a comprehensive range of financial, lifestyle and wellness benefits with the flexibility to follow a hybrid working model.

• bonus earning potential
• non-contributory pension with 10% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and volunteering days
• buy / sell holidays
• life assurance
• medical and dental insurance (family cover)
• range of optional flexible benefits

We are committed to supporting your career growth with opportunities to develop both your knowledge and experience through a blended approach to learning.

Join SEFE and help us secure energy supply across Europe and shape a better, more sustainable tomorrow.