National Automotive Retailer Achieves $1.6 Million+ in Electricity Savings

The opportunity

A national automotive retailer sought to reduce energy costs and improve procurement across its rapidly changing portfolio of U.S. locations.

Through a strategic partnership, Tradition Energy was introduced to a major U.S.-based automotive maintenance and aftermarket retail chain. With locations across multiple energy markets, the company faced significant complexity in managing electricity and natural gas procurement across its national footprint.

The retailer relied heavily on a single electricity supplier, incurred costly post-contractual rates, and maintained agreements that did not adequately account for frequent store openings and closures. The company needed a more competitive and flexible procurement strategy that could reduce costs while adapting to ongoing portfolio changes.

Tradition found that the company’s reliance on a single electricity supplier resulted in significant overpayment, even before existing agreements expired. Introducing competition created an opportunity to achieve more favorable pricing across the portfolio.

The analysis also identified opportunities to standardize key contractual provisions across suppliers. Improving terms related to usage overages and other costs helped create greater consistency and reduce unnecessary expenses.

Tradition reviewed electricity and natural gas accounts across the portfolio and developed state-specific RFPs to reflect individual market dynamics. This approach expanded supplier competition while allowing procurement strategies to be tailored to the requirements of each market.

The Result:
$1.8 Million+ in Energy Savings

Immediate Electricity Savings

Tradition secured agreements with seven electricity suppliers, generating more than $1.6 million in savings through increased competition and improved contract terms.

Future Gas Savings Expected

Tradition’s natural gas procurement strategy is expected to generate an additional $250,000 in savings across four states, bringing total anticipated savings above $1.8 million.

Streamlined Portfolio Procurement

Tradition enabled the retailer’s legal team to pre-approve multiple supplier agreements, accelerating compliant renewals and creating a more efficient procurement process as locations change. Additional opportunities are also being evaluated through sustainability initiatives.

Client Testimonials

Both advisors we work with have done a fabulous job supporting and managing our multiple locations. They have also invested considerable time sharing knowledge and insight of the industry, providing supplier options, made recommendations, and assisted with contract negotiations. They have set the standard!

Procurement Manager,
National Automotive Retail Supplier

Tradition Energy is a procurement advisor that I can recommend to other energy managers. I appreciate the friendliness and willingness to provide what is needed for procurement.”

Energy Manager,
Retail Chain

We have really enjoyed working with our Energy Advisor as he has done an excellent job in providing real time market conditions and guiding us in procuring energy at a much better rate than what we had. He stays in touch and we talk frequently. I enjoy working with vendors who act more like a partner and less than a simple provider.

Director,
Auto Parts Distributor

My Energy Advisor has taken the time to educate me over the years which helps in our analysis.

CFO,
Automobile Company

Tradition Energy took the guess work out of my decision by providing me with multiple quotes. They analyzed my utility usage and watched the market and advised me when they thought it was the right time to buy. We hit the market perfectly.

Facility Director,
Auto Dealership

In an industry where rapid change is common, it’s indispensable to have a partner such as Tradition Energy to help me make the right decisions at the right time. They know the energy industry inside and out, and this expertise allows me to make educated and precise decisions without worrying about market forces.

Manager, Energy Utilities & Profit Improvement,
Global Retail Chain

Tradition is truly a partner and not just a vendor. I genuinely feel that this is a company that is invested in my success and has always strived to help me achieve my goals.

Manager, Energy, Utilities & Profit Improvement,
National Retail Chain