Category Manager (m/f)

Date limite 13 Feb 2026

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We are looking for a Category Manager for one of our client based in Kirchberg (Luxembourg).

Permanent contract via a payrolling company or freelance contract (6 months renewable mission)
Annual gross salary : 100 000€ / Daily rate : 600€
English fluent is mandatory (German fluent is a strong asset)
Strong experience with energy procurement or a strong link to the energy sector

Key responsibilities :

Build rare, high ‑ value expertise in European energy markets by developing a deep understanding of market structures, regulatory change, energy policy, and commercial dynamics that directly influence procurement and cost decisions.
Work on decisions that materially affect cost, risk, and CO₂ outcomes through hands ‑ on involvement in renewable energy sourcing, hedging strategies, and decarbonisation pathways,
Strengthen your strategic and analytical credibility by producing structured, decision ‑ ready outputs (market reports, benchmarks, financial and operational models) that inform leadership and shape category strategies.
Grow your problem ‑ solving depth through stakeholder exposure by collaborating with internal teams and external partners to challenge assumptions, validate data, and co ‑ design robust solutions in complex energy environments.
Develop practical experience across sustainability and energy procurement tools including PPAs, energy risk management mechanisms, and sustainability initiatives, expanding your skillset beyond traditional category management.
Sharpen your executive ‑ level communication skills by translating complex market and technical insights into clear, concise PowerPoint, Excel, and written deliverables used in senior decision ‑ making contexts.

Required Skills & Experience

Minimum 5 years experience in energy, utilities, sustainability, or environmental consulting.
Strong understanding of the European utility sector, including energy markets, regulatory frameworks, and market participants.
Experience working within or alongside a professional consulting environment (e.g., advisory, strategy, engineering, or sustainability consultancy).
Ability to analyse qualitative and quantitative data, identify key insights, and translate them into structured recommendations.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to operate across multidisciplinary teams.
Proficiency in analytical tools such as Excel, PowerPoint; familiarity with energy market data sources is an advantage.