Business Manager Digital & Energy Transition

A significant challenge: improving the sustainability and digitalisation of Rotterdam industrial cluster. This is your chance!

The Port of Rotterdam is the driving force behind the Dutch vital infrastructure and Europe's largest port. Our ambition is great: we want to be the smartest and most sustainable port in the world! Together with companies in the port, we are working towards a future-proof port with net zero CO2 emissions. This requires adapting from a fossil-based energy system to a circular economy. Digital also plays a fundamental role in this goal; on the one hand by using the latest technologies to organise logistic chains through the port as efficiently as possible, and on the other by optimising the usage of energy and raw materials within our industrial cluster in order to reduce energy costs, improve availability/grid congestion and accelerate sustainability.

Wat ga je doen?

Your role

As our Business Manager Digital & Energy Transition you will be part of our Customer Digital team. Your main focus will be our Smart Energy & Industry programme. This programme works on various digital developments to accelerate the energy and raw materials transition.

• You will help scout, initiate and develop value propositions for challenges of our tenants in the port (industrial plants)
• You will focus on converting opportunities into tangible projects with solutions provided by tech giants and start-ups, public and private partners and national and international players.
• You are responsible for projects in which the use of different data sources and sharing data are key. These may include, but are not limited to, analysing and developing energy hub developments, (circular) marketplaces or increase the adaptation of digital product passports.
• When there is sufficient market and internal commitment, you are able to take it to the next phase with relevant parties and colleagues.

In this role, you will manage and influence different internal and external stakeholders and dependencies. Through this work, you can expand your knowledge about issues, challenges and trends relating to (digital) energy transition developments even further whilst maintaining a network of relevant relations in and outside our port.

Wat bieden we jou?

• Amazing colleagues: At our company, you don’t just work with colleagues—you can also (if you like) enjoy a vibrant social life outside of work, thanks to our diverse and active employee networks.
• Attractive, independent role: Initiative is encouraged, and your impact is immediately visible. This is your chance to make a legendary contribution to the largest port in Europe.
• Flexible workweek: Enjoy a 36-hour hybrid workweek where we promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Training and development opportunities: A wide range of courses and training programs to help you grow professionally.
• Vitality and well-being: Discounted gym membership and fresh fruit at the office. Stay fit and feel like a legend.
• Competitive salary: Depending on your education and experience, we offer a starting salary of up to € 4.824 gross per month based on a 36-hour workweek, with growth potential up to € 6.271 per month.
• Travel allowance: Whether you travel by car, bike, or (first-class) public transport, we provide a suitable reimbursement.
• Flexible benefits budget: 19.6% on top of your gross monthly salary, made up of holiday allowance (8%), a 13th month (8.33%), vitality contribution (2.3%), and an additional budget (0.97%). You can choose to have this paid out or use it for things like a bicycle, extra pension contributions, additional leave, or further training. A sustainable investment. Individual choice budget.
• Prospect of a permanent contract: If we’re both happy after the first year, you’ll receive a permanent contract.
• Excellent pension scheme: With ABP (average salary system), where we cover about 70% of the premium. Secure a legendary future.
• Company laptop and mobile phone: Always have the right tools at hand to do your job effectively.

For more information about our employment conditions, please refer to our collective labor agreement (CAO).

Afdelingsinformatie

Departmental information

You will be part of the Customer Digital team (24 FTE) part of our Commercial Department, which deploys digital to realise the port's strategy and improve performance.

Fueled by data and insights, we identify bottlenecks for our customers and work with market players on digital solutions. We do not build these ourselves, but coordinate and orchestrate them. In the field of energy and raw materials transition, we have already rolled out various commercial value propositions together with startups, scale-ups, suppliers and knowledge institutes. The team is multidisciplinary with various nationalities and backgrounds.

In addition, you will work closely with our New Business & Portfolio (NB&P) team (30 FTE). NB&P works on attracting new companies, setting up projects to help existing clients become more sustainable and developing new activities and services of the port itself. With over 70 concrete projects, the NB&P department plays an important role in creating a sustainable future and contributes to the long-term success of the port of Rotterdam.

Wat vragen wij van jou?

What do we ask of you

• University level of thinking related to sustainability, business economics, industrial ecology or similar fields. A relevant technical education background is preferable;
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in the energy sector and/or sustainability, in a similarly complex work environment. Experience in data analytics is a bonus;
• You can work independently, act strategically and proactively, have creative ideas and a feeling for the market and related interests;
• You have strong communication skills and are convincing towards clients, relations and colleagues and cultural (international) and organisational sensitivity;
• You proactively look for and recognise possibilities to convert abstract opportunities into concrete projects and partnerships in a complex stakeholder field;
• You have good verbal and written command of the Dutch and/or English language.

Competencies that will make you successful in this role:

Entrepreneurial Behavior: You understand the added value of the products and services of the Port of Rotterdam for the market. You respond quickly and decisively to immediate business opportunities, aiming for success for both Port of Rotterdam and the customer;

Customer Focus: You empathize with the customer. You maintain active communication with the customer, being clear about mutual (realistic) expectations and the current situation. You understand that, in relation to customers, captains, suppliers, etc., you represent the Port of Rotterdam. You behave accordingly, remaining calm and friendly in all communication;

Strategic Action: You recognize how daily tasks align with the strategy of the Port of Rotterdam. You prioritize in line with strategic and business objectives;

Influencing: You are capable of summarizing others’ messages effectively. You adapt your story and argumentation to the level and interest of your conversation partner. You use engaging examples and arguments. Additionally, you remain alert to reactions and emotions from others during conversations.

An integrity investigation and online screening are part of the selection procedure. Valicare carries out this screening on behalf of Port of Rotterdam.

Diversiteit en inclusie

Diversity and inclusion

Within our culture, everyone matters, and we strive to create a safe and familiar environment for you where we inspire, support, and learn from each other. We achieve this by continuously engaging in dialogue about the value and impact of diversity and inclusion.

You, your (future) colleagues, our partners, suppliers, and customers are encouraged to share ideas with us to contribute to diversity and inclusion within our organization. It's not just about talking; the ideas generated are also put into practice!

But to be honest, we are not yet where we want to be. We promise to continue working hard on this together every day. We do this so that you and all your (future) colleagues feel at home within our organization and because we believe that diversity and inclusion make us a better organization.

Our recruitment and selection process is crucial in this regard, as it directly affects the composition of our organization. By recruiting based on competencies, we promise to offer equal opportunities to you as an applicant. So, regardless of who you are, where you come from, or whom you love, we look forward to receiving your application.

recruitment@portofrotterdam.com