Rail Logistics Scheduler – NGL Transport (Propane/Butane)

Oil Authority; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AltaGas is seeking a Scheduler, Rail Logistics to support the rail logistics team responsible for LPG movements across North America. The role reports to the Team Lead, Rail Logistics and requires collaboration with marketers, analysts, and schedulers.

You will manage day-to-day scheduling of NGL products via rail, build client relationships, coordinate with operations, and optimize margins by planning product movements and freight costs. On-site in Canada, evenings/weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in a related role with focus on rail logistics in North America.
• Previous experience collaborating with Class 1 railroads.
• Previous experience in railcar maintenance and subleasing would be an asset.
• Knowledge of the NGL industry and supply/demand would be an asset.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail, proven ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet critical deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated individual able to contribute both individually and as a team player with multiple priorities and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day scheduling of NGL products (propane and butane) via rail between origin and destinations across North America.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with our customers and partners.
• Communicate regularly with operations to ensure NGL transportation needs are aligned with operational activities.
• Work collaboratively with commercial and operations teams to plan and execute product movements in the best interest of organization execution and margin optimization.
• Maintain and optimize freight rates with the Class 1 railroads to minimize total shipping costs and maximize product margins.
• Support and manage service levels with Class 1 railroads to maximize product movement and mitigate optional service charges.
• Maintain KPI's relating to NGL movements (fleet utilization, cycle times, dwell times, etc.).
• Work closely with accounting, finance, and Class 1 railroads to ensure accurate invoicing and payment.
• Document and BOL management for shipment tracking.

Skills

Rail logistics

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Team player

Self-motivated

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Education

Post-secondary degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

AltaGas is seeking a Scheduler, Rail Logistics to support the rail logistics team responsible for LPG movements across North America. The role reports to the Team Lead, Rail Logistics and requires collaboration with marketers, analysts, and schedulers.

You will manage day-to-day scheduling of NGL products via rail, build client relationships, coordinate with operations, and optimize margins by planning product movements and freight costs. On-site in Canada, evenings/weekends may be required.