Management Associate - Logistics Services

Job Description

U. S. Steel is seeking a Logistics Services Management Associate. This position is suitable for a self-starting, problem solving candidate that can manage daily responsibilities while also leading or participating in projects related to Rail, Truck and Barge Transportation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Truck Operations:
• Coordinate daily truck shipments from USS operated facilities.
• Communicate with commercial representatives to satisfy and fulfill customer demands.
• Interpret and execute planning forecast to obtain effective truck capacity at various facilities.
• Manages daily truck dock schedule and coordinates with carrier base to prioritize available equipment.
• Collaborate with logistics administrative team on lane pricing and carrier participation.
• Manages tasks within the transportation management system and is responsible for timely recording and reporting of operational performance.
• International:
• Contact within Logistics for shipments that cross international borders.
• Execute timely and accurate reporting required for import/export compliance and audits (including ISO document review and audit preparation).
• Monitor Customs Invoices (CI) System to ensure border crossing documents are being generated/distributed. Prepare RFQ's for competitive bid on Freight requirements.
• Interact with various functional areas including: Procurement, Sales, Customer Service, Treasury, Law, Sales and Operations Planning, Plant Operations and Systems.
• Provide support to Import Compliance Manager on an as needed basis.
• Truck/Rail/Barge Pricing and Rate Administration:
• Receives requests from various sources for Truck/Rail/Barge rates and provides analysis or details on established rates
• Manages transportation contracts, profiles, amendments and templates for steel products.
• Audits payment information and resolves billing issues with the transportation companies through daily activities of assigned accounts.
• Works with operations, mill accounting, accounts payable, customer service, sales, procurement, processed products and systems in executing various freight related responsibilities.
• Maintains accuracy of purchase orders, routes, fuel, car information, allocations, Oracle Transportation Management security access, and routing guides.
• Project Management:
• Maintain control phase in already rolled out projects, streamline transactional/manual processes, develop and lead or participate in cross functional projects.
• Utilize six sigma methodologies and documentation to execute project work and cost savings.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Supply Chain or equivalent
• Degree completion required within the last 3-years
• Less than two years of experience in a related field -Project management experience or training preferred
• Experience working with transportation companies or suppliers
• Excellent analytical and organization skills
• Facilitate cross functional initiatives
• Training and experience with six sigma methodologies
• Oracle Transportation Management experience is preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio, Minitab)

Company Overview

Since 1901, U. S. Steel has been a recognized leader in steel production. Today, as the first North American steel company to have declared a 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal, we remain as innovative as ever, leading transformation across our industry while continuing to make products for everyday life - from industries as far ranging as automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy.

Underneath it all is our Culture of Caring, which shows up in our community partnerships, charitable contributions, company-sponsored employee volunteer initiatives, scholarship programs, leadership training, and much more. And of course, it takes shape in a steadfast commitment to safety first in our workplaces and respect for our employees, who are United by Steel.

We are honored to have earned accolades and awards from well-regarded organizations, including the following:

• Ethisphere's World's Most Ethical Companies® 2022, '23, '24
• Disability: IN's Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, '22, '23, '24
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Equality 100 Award 2020, '21, '22, '23-24, '25
• Military Times' Best for Vets: Employers 2023, '24

Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel's success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company's success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)

Competency Summary

At U. S. Steel all employees are expected to display the following core competencies every day to advance corporate, team and individual goals:

Think: Think Critically and Drive Change
Lead: Develop Talent and Collaborate
Do: Empower Performance and Deliver Results