National Retailer Reduces Energy Costs and Avoids Premium Utility Pricing.

The opportunity

A national specialty retailer sought to improve energy procurement and identify savings opportunities across its extensive portfolio of locations.

The company had been working with a large energy services provider whose primary focus was bill processing and payment. As a result, competitive energy procurement had received limited attention despite the size and geographic diversity of the retailer’s portfolio.

With only a small number of third-party supply agreements in place, the organization had an opportunity to take a more proactive approach to energy purchasing. Tradition Energy was engaged to evaluate individual markets, identify competitive supply opportunities, and establish a strategy focused on reducing costs and improving budget certainty.

Despite the retailer’s large footprint, only two third-party supply contracts were in place. This indicated that competitive procurement opportunities had not been consistently evaluated across the broader portfolio.

Tradition identified nearly a dozen markets where locations remained on default utility service at premium pricing. Each market was evaluated individually to determine where competitive supply could provide a financial advantage

Rather than applying a single procurement approach nationwide, Tradition developed market-specific recommendations based on available pricing, market conditions, and the retailer’s budget objectives. This created a more disciplined framework for addressing previously overlooked locations.

The Result:
Savings, Cost Avoidance & Budget Security

Multi-Market Savings

Tradition identified and captured competitive procurement opportunities across multiple markets that had previously received limited attention, reducing energy costs across eligible locations.

Significant Cost Avoidance

Proactive market evaluation helped the retailer move away from premium utility pricing where competitive alternatives provided greater value, avoiding unnecessary future energy costs.

Greater Budget Security

A more structured procurement strategy provided improved visibility and cost certainty across the portfolio, replacing a largely passive approach with ongoing market monitoring and proactive energy management.

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

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

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National Retailer Reduces Energy Costs and Avoids Premium Utility Pricing.

The opportunity

A national specialty retailer sought to improve energy procurement and identify savings opportunities across its extensive portfolio of locations.

Analysis

The Result:
Savings, Cost Avoidance & Budget Security

Multi-Market Savings

Significant Cost Avoidance

Greater Budget Security

Client Testimonials

The Scale and Experience Behind Every Recommendation

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