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Logistics Specialist – Acetyls Americas
Exempt Salary Range: $75,000-$92,000
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Purpose of the Job
The Logistics Specialist is responsible for supporting the Logistics & Customer Service Manager and the Logistics team with the execution of specific logistics functions. This includes coordinating methanol deliveries, overseeing daily truck operations, and approving prior cargoes for trucks and iso-containers. Additionally, the role provides back-up support to the Truck and Terminal Manager and the Inventory and Export Coordinator.
Accountabilities of the Job
1. Safety
Adhere to INEOS Behavioral Safety Principles.
Support compliance with INEOS Life Saving Rules in all interactions with carriers, terminals, and transloads.
2. Inventory Coordination
Manage key feedstock inventory to ensure optimal supply to meet production plans.
Prepare and issue voyage orders, including loading and discharging instructions.
Manage all aspects of delivery, ensuring compliance with safety requirements and product quality.
Maintain daily working relationships with suppliers.
Set railcar loading plans at Texas City in coordination with Customer Service Representatives to balance customer requirements, inventory, and fleet availability.
Lead end-of-month closing requirements with Texas City.
3. Truck Operations
Support the Truck & Terminal Manager in logistics execution and coordination.
Manage approval process for all trucking and iso-container priors.
Review logistics provider invoices for accuracy.
Manage truck carrier freight rates in SAP and AIMMS.
Manage daily delivery schedules and update EDI exceptions as needed.
Serve as back-up to the Truck & Terminal Manager as required.
4. Import/Export Account Coordination
Manage marine imports from other regions for acetic anhydride and ethyl acetate (EtAc).
Manage new customer set-up in INEOS systems.
Manage and update SAP pricing files for all customers.
Support marine imports of acetic acid.
Support interaction with shipping brokers for vessel nominations, vetting/clearance acceptance, and prior cargo reviews.
Monitor freight invoices and payments for accuracy, including demurrage claim reviews and reimbursement processing.
Serve as back-up to the Inventory & Export Coordinator as needed.
5. Logistics Optimization and Procurement
Support procurement of logistics services (truck, lab services, terminals/transloads) for the Acetyls Americas business.
Support truck and terminal contract management.
Support logistics network performance to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations (petrochemical industry preferred).
Experience in technical and commercial functions (logistics, business management, purchasing).
Experience with export/import activities and documentation.
Technical Skills
SAP knowledge and experience.
Strong relationship management skills.
Solid understanding of logistics operations.
Knowledge of multiple logistics modes (rail, road, marine).
Strong competence with standard business software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Behavioral Skills
Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
Effective communicator.
Team player.
Strong personal impact.
Able to identify and assess effective solutions quickly.
Performance Indicators
Ensure a safe, resilient, accurate, and cost-efficient logistics and customer service network.
Support ongoing operations and business growth objectives for Acetyls Americas.