Sr. Manager, Energy & Utilities

Job Summary

Supports Company strategies through the proactive supervision of Asset Management store care services, specifically focused on proactive management of the Company’s utility consumption and alternative energy resources. Accountable for managing programs to achieve the efficient operation of utilities and energy by aligning Company budgets and expectations. Collaborates within Asset Management and the Facilities Division, as well as among internal and external stakeholders, including third-party service providers. The Senior Manager of Energy & Utilities will oversee the development and approval process for budgets. Additional responsibilities include energy price management, utility bill payment, utility relationships, vendor management, code compliance, and implementation of Asset Management store care services. Manages effective communication in both written & verbal correspondence, relationship management among all Company stakeholders. Develops and implements value creation and continuous improvement strategies.

Job Responsibilities

• Develops and implements value creation and continuous improvement strategies. Develops and implements strategic recommendations to ensure that all store care programs, including energy & utilities, are aligned with Company budgets and expectations.
• Communicates all Asset Management performance measurements, cost savings opportunities, project activity, budget performance, strategic plans, and financial reports, to leadership and key stakeholders in a frequent and timely manner.
• Ensures procurement and negotiation of electricity and natural gas contracts in all deregulated utility markets.
• Manages utility rebates for all Company facilities by procuring opportunities, leveraging third-party resources, and proposing continuous improvements.
• Manages third party utility invoice payment services, including responsibility for reporting, benchmarking, ranking, and project measurement and verification. Implements demand response programs in eligible states with utility companies and third party administrators to reduce usage and emissions, and to create revenues through capacity payments.
• Develops budgets and forecasts for electricity, natural gas, and water usage.
• Acts as the company liaison within the utility industry regarding energy-related matters, including power quality, utility program opportunities, alternative energy opportunities, outage resolution, power restoration , rate cases, and rate mitigation.
• Accountable for the review and recommendation of alternative energy sources and solutions, including development of business case documents and presentation of subject matter.
• Represents Walgreens interests in energy-related regulatory matters.
• Collaborates with individuals responsible for store care programs and services, as well as key stakeholders within the Facilities Development Division. Develops and mentors staff through on-boarding, open communication, training and development opportunities, and performance management processes; builds and maintains employee morale and motivation; ensures the team is appropriately staffed with required competencies; fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Walgreens, one of the nation's largest drugstore chains, is included in the Retail Pharmacy USA Division of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc., the first global pharmacy-led, health and wellbeing enterprise. More than 10 million customers interact with Walgreens each day in communities across America, using the most convenient, multichannel access to consumer goods and services and trusted, cost-effective pharmacy, health and wellness services and advice. Walgreens operates 8,175 drugstores with a presence in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Walgreens omnichannel business includes Walgreens.com. Approximately 400 Walgreens stores offer Healthcare Clinic or other provider retail clinic services.
As the neighborhood drugstore and retailer, our goal is to make health and happiness simpler, easier and within reach. And we remain a trusted wellness provider offering convenient access to important health services, such as immunizations and an array of pharmacy services that can help patients improve their health. To our team members, Walgreens represents a unique opportunity to excel in their careers in a welcoming and inclusive environment. We offer the chance to work in a truly supportive environment, and be a part of a progressive organization dedicated to the well-being of our customers, team members and the communities we all call home.

The actual salary an employee can expect to receive, plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable, will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. To review benefits, please visit jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
"An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans"