Supply Chain Manager - Battery Energy Storage
Are you an experienced supply chain manager with a track record in the battery energy storage or solar PV sector? Do you have a strong technical background in electrical engineering?
Then join our exciting mission at Octave to bring smart energy storage solutions to the market. Have a real impact and become part of a young and dynamic team in a fast-growing scale-up.
Your role:
* You manage procurement and supplier relationships, evaluating and selecting suppliers for existing and new products.
* You work in close collaboration with the sales team to adjust our product selection to evolving market requirements.
* You ensure product compliance with industry standards, EU regulations, and safety certifications.
* You manage our logistics chain, including shipping, warehousing, customs and distribution.
* You act as technical expert by building up deep understanding of battery energy storage technologies and staying updated on market trends.
* You coordinate technical support, troubleshooting and product training for our customers and sales.
* You also manage customer relationships, ensuring timely order fulfillment and after-sales service.
What we are looking for:
* Experience in supply chain management, procurement, and logistics.
* Strong technical background in electrical engineering.
* Experience in the battery energy storage systems (BESS) or solar PV sector.
* Familiarity with battery safety standards, certifications, and compliance regulations.
* Familiarity with power conversion systems and integration with electricity grids and battery energy storage.
* Experience in demand forecasting, inventory management, and process optimization.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
With some (or all) of the following points, you have a clear plus:
* Experience in energy storage project development and integration.
* Strong technical understanding of Li-ion batteries and Battery energy storage systems.
* Familiarity with EU energy storage regulations and incentives.
* Knowledge of ERP systems, supply chain analytics, and automation tools.
What’s in it for you?
* A high-impact role in a fast-growing scale-up driving the energy transition.
* An attractive salary package.
* A nice office at an accessible location in Mechelen.
* Flexible working hours in a hybrid working environment.
* Opportunity to shape and optimize Octave’s supply chain and product strategy.
Why join Octave?
Founded in 2020, Octave is a Belgian cleantech company specializing in smart battery energy storage systems for SMEs and industry. We work at the intersection of technology, data, and energy markets, helping companies optimize their energy usage and maximize value from flexibility services. With over 60 MWh of batteries in the field, we build and operate Belgium’s largest behind-the-meter battery energy storage portfolio.
Backed by Imec, the EIC Accelerator, and private investors, we are driving innovation in energy with a pipeline of cutting-edge projects.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
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