Senior Manager Energy Contracts

Description This position is incentive eligible. IntroductionDo you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Senior Manager Energy Contracts? At HealthTrust, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.BenefitsHealthTrust offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stockFamily support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and moreConsumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer DiscountsRetirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Senior Manager Energy Contracts like you to be a part of our team.Job Summary and QualificationsThe Senior Manager, Energy is responsible for negotiating energy contracts and managing a large portfolio for multiple health systems within the group purchasing organization. The objective is to ensure best industry pricing and contract terms commensurate with the risk profile of client members and their corporate owners. The Senior Manager, Energy must have an extensive knowledge of energy markets, the HealthTrust sourcing process, price risk management techniques and applicable energy deal structures, Energy Purchasing Agreements, suppliers and products in the HealthTrust Energy portfolio. The individual must possess excellent negotiating skills, be a highly detailed oriented self-starter who is able to work with guidance and minimal supervision, assume accountability for meeting business goals within deadlines, be able to identify contractual risks, and be proficient in mitigating business risks and identifying cost savings opportunities for member clientsWhat you will do in this role:Category Knowledge:Demonstrated proficiency of the energy contract portfolio:fundamental and technical market dynamicspricing comparisons between supplier offerings for various productspipeline and transmission networks, capacity markets and physical flow patternsfederal and state regulatory issues which impact energy delivery and costsawareness of legislative issues that impact energy and utility industryunderstanding of energy cost driversresource issues that impact long term supply/demand balance risk management techniques and modeling Supplier Knowledge:Must use knowledge of energy suppliers to develop strategies, create leverage, mitigate risks, and anticipate direction of the energy market including:interpretation of Supplier SEC filings, annual reports, or analyst reportsdiscussion of future resource and capacity availability with suppliers and customersinvestigation of new electricity and natural gas supplier entrants to energy marketconsultation with HealthTrust legal team and Energy contracting team on master purchasing agreementsSourcing Process:Demonstrate accountability for the energy sourcing process, including strategy development, bid preparation, request for proposal process, contract negotiations, and transmitting energy deal terms to facilitate the agreement execution process. Manage Energy RFP Process:Monitor energy markets for favorable contracting opportunitiesDevelop client energy procurement plan and strategyIdentify and qualify potential energy suppliersManage financial/data analysis and support activitiesManage energy RFP processCollaborate with financial analyst team to leverage available resources and processesPerform supplier negotiationsPrepare recommendation and secure client/supplier acceptanceEnsure appropriate contract development, execution, and filingThorough documentation of deal data in applicable platforms including in software system for tracking, reporting, forecasting and to facilitate timely fee reconciliationCommunications:Communicate effectively with internal and external resources:Present energy contract strategies and report outcomes to various stakeholdersCommunicate negotiation status and results effectively with member clientCommunicate bid process, negotiation status, deal awards, financial proposal concerns and other matters with suppliersCollaboration:With clients to develop risk management profiles and contracting objectivesWith energy consultants to provide fundamental and technical market awarenessWith energy suppliers to gain knowledge of changes in specific markets or market events impacting clientsWith legal department for revisions to energy contracting templates and purchasing agreementsWith financial analysts preparing load profiles, savings analysis, GPO fee reporting, or assessing supplier proposalsWith coworkers to identify opportunities for clients to utilize additional HealthTrust vendor agreementsWhat qualifications you will need:Accredited College Bachelor's Degree required in engineering, business, accounting or finance. Advanced degree desirable3 years of relevant work experience required5-10 years of relevant work experience preferred. Relevant work experience includes, but is not limited to:Energy commodity tradingNatural gas or electricity industryEnergy marketingContracting financial analysisCommodity risk managementCertified Energy Procurement (CEP) or other comparable AEE certifications preferredMust have strong analytical skills with the ability to create or interpret potentially complex financial models. Expert knowledge of all MS Office Products and Energy Market licensed products (Bloomberg, DTN, Platts)Excellent oral, written communication, presentation and time management skills In today's challenging business environment of cost pressures, supply disruptions, and workforce shortages, it is crucial for providers to efficiently manage expenses and enhance performance. HealthTrust, in collaboration with 1,800 hospitals and health systems, offers a specialized group purchasing organization (GPO) membership model designed to deliver immediate and sustainable cost savings. Their team of experts provides tailored value acceleration engagements to address specific needs, delivering unparalleled benefits. With nationwide purchasing power and a focus on overall spending management, HealthTrust offers unmatched pricing advantages on supplies, along with industry-leading benchmarks and best practices. The dedicated team is committed to guiding and implementing performance enhancements in cost, quality, and outcomes.HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years. HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Senior Manager Energy Contracts opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.HT-AFHP

Created: 2025-09-01