Director Energy

Description

This position is incentive eligible.

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Director Energy? At Health Trust, 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.

• 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 Air Med 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 wellbeing.
• 401(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 stock.
• Family 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 more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time 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.

• Responsible for developing comprehensive energy solutions by negotiating industry leading national agreements for the group purchasing organization in the area of energy commodities and complementary energy services. Objective is to ensure best in class industry pricing and contract terms and conditions commensurate with the risk profile of our client members.
• Individual must possess strong negotiation skills and thorough understanding of contract terms and conditions with ability to identify contractual risks and propose alternate language toward a solution. Individual must be proficient in mitigating business risk, identifying cost savings opportunities, and adept at identifying new areas for contracting.
• Position's key area of focus will be customized regional initiatives characterized by volatile energy market dynamics and evolving infrastructures and suppliers.

• Develops the contract strategy, formulates a clear vision and articulates steps to achieve the negotiation objectives.
• The individual must work closely with member IDNs and facilities to develop a strategy that aligns with member needs/requirements, and meets objectives of the group-purchasing organization. The individual must be able to soundly articulate the strategy and guide the audience to the desired end-result.
• Strategies must contemplate a variety of complex considerations. The Contract Director must develop a strategy that manages and hedges risk achieving the desired outcome. The Contract Director must be adept at reading situations and adapting strategies or negotiations as necessary throughout the sourcing process.

• Thorough understanding and accountability for the sourcing process for energy, including market research, bid preparation, Strategy Development and Validation, RFP, Contract Negotiations, and contract awards.

• Identify and qualify potential suppliers.
• Negotiate energy purchasing agreements.

• Regional Category Analysis.
• RFP/Strategy Development.
• Supplier negotiations/award.
• Drive member alignment and consensus.
• Direct finance and support activities.
• Ensure proper documentation.

• In addition to basic supplier relationship management, the Contract Director strategically fosters excellent working relationship with key suppliers, including the negotiation of Purchasing Agreements with supplier.

• Communicate effectively and efficiently with internal and external resources.
• Presenting contract strategies and reporting outcomes to various stakeholders is an integral function of this position, requiring polished skills and interfacing with various levels of member executives.
• Communicate negotiation status and results. Audiences include but are not limited to: board leads, legal, account management and members.
• Communicate bid process, negotiation status, and agreement on terms, financial proposal concerns and other matters with supplier.

• Collaboration required with functional team throughout sourcing process.
• with legal staff on…