Refined Operations Scheduler

Position Summary
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Refined Operations Scheduler to
oversee the end-to-end logistics and supply chain activities associated with refined products.
This role is responsible for coordinating the movement of product via pipeline, rail, rack, and
marine transport, while managing terminal inventories and addressing any logistics challenges
that arise. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and possesses
strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities

• Product Movement Coordination: Schedule refined product movements from multiple

origins via rail, pipeline, rack, and marine transportation.

• Logistics Oversight: Ensure the timely and efficient transportation of product from

origin to destination while minimizing operational risks and delays.

• Issue Resolution: Identify and resolve discrepancies in product quality and quantity by

working with terminals, inspection agencies, and counterparties.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal

teams and external partners, including inspection firms, loss control agents, customs
brokers, and storage facility personnel.

• Inventory Management: Monitor and manage terminal inventory levels, imbalances,

and transportation losses; communicate updates to the Refined Products desk.

• Volume Reconciliation: Support accurate reconciliation of product volumes among

suppliers, transporters, distributors, and end-users.

• Accounting Coordination: Collaborate with accounting to resolve discrepancies in rates,

volumes, and billing.

• Operational Updates: Provide real-time updates to trading and operations teams on key

developments, including capacity constraints, rail car tracing, pipeline statuses, and
imbalance positions.

• Rail Scheduling: Develop and manage transportation schedules for refined products via

rail, aligning with refinery outputs, customer requirements, and rail logistics capacity.

• Fleet Oversight: Track and optimize rail car fleet utilization to ensure availability and

minimize transportation delays and costs.

• Billing & Compliance: Coordinate billing for rail movements, validate railroad charges,

and support reconciliation of inventory transactions.

• Problem Solving: Troubleshoot operational issues (e.g., logistics delays, equipment

problems, regulatory issues) and recommend timely resolutions.
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a

related field—or equivalent industry experience.

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in logistics, operations, or analytics within the energy or

refined products sector.

• Strong working knowledge of refined products logistics, including familiarity with rail

operations.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with scheduling systems and

ETRM platforms is preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport across

functional teams and external partners.

• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple complex tasks under tight deadlines.
• Self-starter with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with refined products contracts, trading, or operational processes.
• Familiarity with regulatory, customs, and compliance standards affecting refined product

logistics.