Energy Efficiency Manager

Marks & Spencer

  • United Kingdom
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Job Category: PropertyJob Description:At Marks & Spencer, sustainability isn't just a buzzword , it's part of our DNA. From Plan A to our Net Zero commitments, we're driving meaningful change in the way we operate. Now, we're looking for an Energy Efficiency Manager who shares our passion for innovation, sustainability, and results and can help us supercharge energy performance across our iconic store estate and support centres.The Role: Make Every Watt CountIn this high-impact role, you'll lead the charge on reducing energy and utility consumption across all M&S retail stores and support centres. From analysing data and driving performance improvements, to embedding energy efficiency into store renewals and future developments you'll be central to meeting our cost-saving and environmental goals.This is more than a job it's your chance to shape how a major UK retailer tackles energy use head-on, at scale.What You'll Be Doing:
  • Lead energy and utilities audits across the M&S estate to identify inefficiencies and implement targeted solutions
  • Use data and performance insights to challenge the status quo, identify trends, and drive efficiency improvements
  • Work closely with the energy bureau and other internal teams to deliver impactful energy projects and measure ROI
  • Influence store and support centre operations by embedding energy efficiency into daily routines and long-term plans
  • Deliver training and comms that inspire energy-conscious behaviours across all levels of the business
  • Maintain compliance and best practice by managing ESOS and ISO50001 processes and reporting
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders from Store Directors to contractors to drive change at every level
What We're Looking For:
  • Proven experience in energy efficiency, sustainability, or ESG within retail, commercial property, or related sectors
  • Strong knowledge of building services engineering, BMS systems, and energy-saving technologies
  • Excellent data analytics skills you're comfortable translating complex energy data into actionable insights
  • Skilled communicator and influencer able to bring people on the journey and embed change
  • Experience in energy audits, utility bill analysis, and performance tracking
  • Familiarity with energy standards and certifications (e.g. ISO50001, LEED, ENERGY STAR)
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Degree in Environmental Engineering, Energy Management, Sustainability, or similar
Key Collaborators - You'll work closely with our:
  • Energy Demand Team
  • Construction, Store Design & Facilities Teams
  • Finance & Programme Office
  • Central ESG team & External Auditors
  • Retail field teams and Store Operations
Everyone is Welcome at M&S:We are ambitious about the future of retail. We're disrupting, innovating and leading the industry into a more conscientious, inspiring digital era. We're transforming how we work together and offering our most exciting opportunities yet. Marks & Spencer strives to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers and suppliers. Join us and make change happen.We are committed to building diverse and representative teams, where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and be at their best. We support each other and work together to win together.If you feel you'd benefit from any support or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know when completing your application. This information will be picked up by our team, so we can try and put steps in place to help you be at your best through this process.Ready to Power a More Sustainable Future? Apply today and help us lead the change.

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