Dir -Commercial (Power)

Tallgrass•Lakewood, CO

1d•$220,000 - $300,000

About The Position

Tallgrass is seeking a Vice President, Senior Director, or Director of Commercial for its Integrated Logistics Solutions and Power Generation team. This new senior leadership role will lead commercial strategy, business development, customer engagement, and revenue growth. The role will help shape the organization’s commercial direction and ensure opportunities are evaluated, negotiated, and executed in alignment with business goals, operational capabilities, and long-term value creation. The position will develop customer relationships, identify market opportunities, lead complex negotiations, and work across functions to turn commercial strategy into results. It will help strengthen commercial discipline, improve opportunity evaluation, deepen customer relationships, and align growth initiatives with operational and financial performance. As a new leadership position, it will also shape commercial strategy and build scalable practices for future growth. The position has supervisory responsibility and may perform other duties as assigned. The role may require occasional overnight travel and requires carrying a cell phone and being available to respond during working and non-working hours. A valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers are required for travel. Candidates must clear a drug screen and complete a background check after an offer and before employment. Compensation is listed as $220,000–$300,000.

Requirements

Senior-level experience in commercial leadership, business development, marketing, sales, account management, strategy, finance, operations, or a related field.
Demonstrated ability to develop commercial strategy, grow customer relationships, negotiate complex agreements, and deliver business results.
Strong financial and business acumen, including experience evaluating revenue opportunities, margins, contracts, risks, and long-term value.
Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, operations, finance, legal, technical teams, customers, and external partners.
Strong communication, negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Ability to lead in a new or evolving role, build structure, and establish practical processes that support growth and accountability.
Valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers for travel.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including sitting for prolonged periods and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Must clear a drug screen and complete a background check after an offer and before employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, economics, or a related discipline; equivalent experience will be considered.
Experience in energy, infrastructure, logistics, utilities, industrial services, transportation, or another asset-based commercial environment.
Experience managing major customer accounts, commercial contracts, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, or large-scale business development initiatives.
Familiarity with market analysis, pricing strategy, contract economics, capital project evaluation, and operational readiness considerations.
MBA or other advanced degree.

Responsibilities

Lead commercial strategy, business development, and growth planning for assigned markets, customers, assets, services, or business lines.
Identify, evaluate, and advance new revenue opportunities, strategic partnerships, customer solutions, and market expansion initiatives within Integrated Logistics Solutions and Power Generation markets.
Build and maintain relationships with key customers, partners, industry participants, and internal stakeholders.
Lead or support commercial negotiations, including contracts, amendments, pricing, terms, and long-term agreements.
Partner with operations, finance, legal, engineering, project management, and executive leadership to evaluate commercial opportunities and execution requirements.
Develop business cases, economic analyses, deal recommendations, and decision materials for leadership review.
Monitor market trends, customer needs, competitor activity, regulatory considerations, and industry developments that may affect commercial strategy.
Support growth targets through disciplined commercial planning and execution.
Establish commercial processes, reporting, and performance measures for pipeline management, opportunity tracking, and leadership visibility.
Represent the organization professionally in customer meetings, industry discussions, and strategic negotiations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Industry-competitive pay
Health insurance package options, including Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Infertility coverage
Parental leave
401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately, plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
Wellness programs and mental health resources
Employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage
Critical illness and accident insurance
Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
Identity theft protection
Annual discretionary bonus
Tuition reimbursement program
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
Company vehicle, if applicable
Employee discounts on vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
Networking and employee engagement events
Personal development opportunities