What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Operations Specialist position at Bayport Polymers , LLC?
Description
COMPANY OVERVIEW
At Baystar, we believe in the power of people. We produce highly customized enhanced polyethylene for ultimate performance and solutions across the value chain by using an approach centered around building strong, collaborative relationships with our customers.
Based in Pasadena, Texas, Baystar® was formed in 2018 to invest in the future of our industry. Since then, we have constructed a one million ton-per-year ethane cracker in Port Arthur. The ethylene produced by the cracker feeds Baystar's existing PE units, as well as our newest 625,000 ton-per-year Borstar® technology PE unit; the only one of its kind in North America.
Visit www.baystar.com to learn more.
BASIC FUNCTION
The Logistics Specialist will be responsible for managing and optimizing our logistics operations across rail, trucking, marine, and export channels. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Railtrac, SAP, and other business systems to ensure efficient and cost-effective transportation of goods. This role will have a strong emphasis on railroad operations and shipment management.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Railcar Management
- Track and trace Bayport's loaded hopper cars in transit; work with railroads and others to resolve issues
- Communicate delays internally and with 3rd party Sales Representative
- Monitor and communicate changes to transit times based on transit performance or other unplanned operational issues (environmental events, strikes, etc.)
- Execute diversion and re-bill requests
- Manage individual hopper cars by request via "HOT" list
- Ensure empty railcars are traveling under current billing
- Manage claims process with railroads, including resolution, funds recovery, etc.
- Assist in customer supply reliability complaint investigations and mitigations
- Monitor site yard and storage-in-transit usage versus capacity; work with railroads and hopper car storage providers to move empty and loaded hoppers cars as needed
- Escalate issues with both Commercial and Operations Management as needed
- Monitor equipment availability
Railcar Data Maintenance
Continuous Improvement
CORE VALUES
Must exhibit and demonstrate our 5 core values :
COMPETENCIES
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
PREFERRED QUALIFICAITONS / EXPERIENCE
PHYSICAL CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS
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