FM Category Lead (Energy & Utilities)

Job Description

Are you interested in shaping how energy and utilities are managed at a global scale? We are looking for a FM Category Lead within Energy & Utilities to join our Global Facilities Management team.

In this role, you will lead H&M Group’s global energy and utilities agenda, driving energy performance, cost efficiency, and sustainability goals through strategy, governance, supplier collaboration, and scalable energy-saving initiatives across brands and markets

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As FM Category Lead within Energy and Utilities, you will provide global category leadership by setting the direction for how H&M Group manages energy consumption, utilities costs and energy-related performance across markets. You will develop strategies, standards, tools, and ways of working that support energy reduction, cost optimisation, and long-term asset performance.

You will act as a global subject-matter expert, supporting markets with guidance, best practice, and implementation of energy-efficient solutions. This includes working with energy data, KPIs, business cases, supplier input and market performance follow-up to identify opportunities, drive improvements and enable clear decision-making.

If you are motivated by the idea of combining technical understanding, sustainability impact and global stakeholder influence, this role offers a strong opportunity to make your mark. It will suit you if you enjoy translating complex energy and utilities topics into clear actions, building alignment across markets and functions, and driving initiatives from strategy to implementation

Your responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Define and drive the global Energy & Utilities strategy across brands and markets

Set energy, cost, and sustainability targets, KPIs, and performance standards

Identify and scale energy-efficient and cost-effective solutions across the portfolio

Establish global standards, guidelines, and tools for energy management and installations

Ensure accurate data, reporting, and performance tracking across markets

Develop frameworks for business cases, investment planning, and asset performance

Drive and monitor global energy initiatives, identifying risks and improvement opportunities

Support markets with energy procurement, vendor evaluations, and regulatory insights

Strengthen energy management capabilities through training, knowledge sharing, and cross-functional collaboration

Monitor industry trends, technologies, and regulations to drive continuous improvement and sustainability outcomes

WHO YOU ARE

We are looking for people with…

At least 3-5 years experience in energy management, utilities optimisation or building energy systems

A bachelor’s degree within Facilities Management, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Property Management, or equivalent

Proven experience setting and implementing energy strategies, preferably across multiple sites, markets, or regions

Experience identifying and implementing energy-efficient solutions, technical improvements, and consumption reduction initiatives

Experience working with HVAC systems, building automation, lightning systems, and energy monitoring tools

Strong understanding of performance follow-up, KPI steering and cost management for energy and utilities consumption

Experience working cross-functionally with a wide range of stakeholders

And people who are…

Analytical and structured, with the ability to balance strategic and operational perspectives

Confident communicators who can influence and align stakeholders across markets and functions

Proactive and solution-oriented, comfortable leading initiatives from idea to implementation

Collaborative and supportive, with a strong focus on knowledge sharing and capability building

Motivated by sustainability, responsible energy management, and the opportunity to contribute to long-term energy reduction

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This is a full-time permanent position based in our Head Office in Stockholm. This role reports to the Head of Construction & Facilities. If your experience, skills, and ambitions align with this role, please submit your application at your earliest convenience. Please note that we will review applications and interview on a rolling basis.

WHO WE ARE

H&M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make.

We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE

At H&M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe.

JOIN US

Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it is our people who make us who we are.

Take the next step in your career together with us. The journey starts here.

We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and based on competency. We therefore kindly ask you to not attach a cover letter in your application.