Pipeline Manager

Job Description

BayWa r.e. AG Holding in Munich, with an outstanding view over the Alps, unites about 400 people of all our core Corporate Functions under one roof. With comprehensive service offerings, we support our renewable energy business worldwide from our headquarters and actively shape the future of energy. We are working with companies and organisations worldwide to provide tailored renewable solutions that reduce carbon footprints and drive down energy costs. Join us and become part of our team of change makers!

About the role

As the Pipeline Manager (m/f/d), you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth management of our renewable energy pipeline. You will be responsible for leading the investment process, asset ranking, and guiding investment decisions while managing the plan of projects that enter the portfolio. You will work closely with senior leadership, regional teams, and other departments to align portfolio growth with strategic goals and the business plan. Your focus will be on optimizing the portfolio, supporting the translation of the portfolio into a strong business plan, alongside special projects from senior management.

What you will do

• You will build, own, and operate the investment process, including clear guidelines and strong governance.
• You will prepare investment meetings by setting the current portfolio into perspective with potential investments.
• You will collaborate with senior leadership and regional teams to plan and execute investment strategies in line with market conditions and business objectives.
• You will activate functional leadership (Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, etc.) to understand and de-risk projects.
• You will lead scenario analyses and strategic assessments for our project pipeline, providing insights on cash flow implications and value creation.
• You will own and operate the pipeline and portfolio input for EMEA/APAC towards the Corporate Business Plan.
• You will present and discuss the pipeline value and actions to improve it regularly at top management level.
• You will interface with the Pipeline Strategy responsible to guide strategy process and implementation within the capital allocation framework.
• You will continuously improve the investment processes, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and transparency.
• You will develop and refine tools and systems that facilitate faster and more effective portfolio management.
• You will work closely with country portfolio managers (where existing) to ensure the pipeline is consistently aligned with market conditions and regulatory environments in each region.
• You will provide data and insights to support regional strategies and decision-making.
• You will support senior management with pipeline initiatives and ad-hoc analyses.
• You will regularly review and evaluate portfolio performance, identifying underperforming assets and proposing solutions for improvement, reinvestment, or exit.

What you’ll need to succeed

• A degree in Finance, Business, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees (MBA, MSc) or professional certifications (CFA, CPA) are a plus.
• Minimum of 6–10 years of experience in commercial roles within the renewable energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven track record in managing complex processes with multiple stakeholders and the ability to align them.
• Strong financial acumen with expertise in investment analysis, financial modeling, and portfolio performance tracking.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work across cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, operations, and regional teams.
• Ability and interest to identify patterns and make data speak.
• Deep understanding of renewable energy markets, industry trends, and regulatory environments, particularly in Europe and Asia.
• Familiarity with portfolio management tools, financial software, and investment tracking systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex data and investment proposals to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships across different teams and regions.

What’s in it for you?

• Being part of a highly motivated ever-growing and multicultural team that drives forward the energy revolution
• Innovative and fast-changing market and working environment
• Mobile working
• Flexible working hours
• Modern office atmosphere
• Company restaurant / Barista bar
• Discounted Conditions Fitness
• Discounted Online Shopping

Benefits can vary depending on the location and are not legally binding.

You matter to us

At BayWa r.e. we are fully committed to fostering equity and inclusion and embrace diversity, of all our people, both present and those yet to join us! We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social-, cultural-, or ethnic-background, sex, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer for all by providing an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment.

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Yasmine Haroun