Logistics Operations Specialist

Logistics Operations Specialist - KatyLogistics Operations Duties:Schedule and coordinate transportation plans by railcar, truck, barge and vessel.Monitor and control inventory in the U.S. through transportation arrangements and sales volume forecast.Address and resolve issues related to logistics such as delays, demurrage, contamination, and related matters through internal and external communication with vendors, customers, and suppliers.Maintain good verbal and written communication with vendors to be able to solve any operational issues.Maintain good communication with customers to understand and address their logistics-related needs and problems.Understand the cost structure and liabilities of logistics agreements/contracts regarding terminals, railcars, railroads, trucks, barges, and logistics-related components of the sales and purchase agreements/contracts.Continuously improve logistics costs by optimizing logistics arrangements along with analysis on the divisional profit and loss.Negotiate and finalize logistics agreements/contracts with vendors.Provide advice on logistics-related sections of sales agreements/contracts.Organize meetings and visit vendors with the sales members.Use meeting time efficiently by preparing discussion topics, questions, and presentations, if necessary, in advance, and follow up on to-do lists after meetings.Occasionally attend meetings held overseas.Logistics Operations Qualifications:Three or more years of logistics experience, preferably in the chemical industry.Rail, truck, barge, and vessel logistics operations experience.Working knowledge of Incoterms 2020.Bachelor's degree in business or an equivalent field.Solid computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Strong desire to learn and quickly assume the responsibility of the position.Excellent team skills and positive attitude toward open discussion and information sharing.High aptitude for creative thinking and problem-solving skills.HOUAC49 #ZR