Director of Operations, Terminals (Midwest Region)

Kinder Morgan Inc.; Summit (IL); On-site; USD 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan Inc. is seeking an experienced leader to take full responsibility for eight liquid bulk terminal operations in the Midwest, supervising about 160 staff across multiple sites. The role includes responsibility for a $41 million EBITA budget, safety programs, asset management, and performance reporting.

A Bachelor’s degree is required, with a Master’s preferred, and travel up to 50% is expected. The position involves negotiations with unions, development of KPI-driven processes, staff

Qualifications

• Heavy background in the DOT petroleum and petrochemical, bulk terminal industry required.
• Strong project management skills and track record.
• Experience running multiple sites and bulk/liquid handling facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for eight liquid bulk terminal operations in the Midwest.
• Supervise ~160 employees across multiple locations, including unions.
• Oversee safety programs, environmental permitting, and DOT assets.
• Negotiate with union and workforce; manage staffing and performance feedback.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting and KPI-driven processes for inbound/outbound operations.
• Develop customer relations using quantitative, quality-based approaches.
• Provide training and development; interview and hire staff.
• Ensure timely reporting and performance of warehouse/tank farm, inventory, and parcels.
• Maintain operations to meet margin objectives and corporate performance goals.

Skills

DOT petroleum background

Project management

Multi-site leadership

Union relations

Safety program management

Vendor and asset management

Customer relationship mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Master’s degree, preferred

Job description

What We Are Looking For

Full responsibility and oversight for approximately eight (8) liquid bulk terminal operations in the Midwest area. Position would be responsible for employees in multiple locations. Position is responsible for approximately $41 million in budgeted EBITA.

What You Will Do

• Leadership responsibilities for multiple sites totaling approximately 160 employees with (4-6) union affiliates
• Leadership of employees at all location, including the safety of employees, management of safety programs and environmental permitting
• Participation and assistance in negotiations with the union and workforce
• Overseeing service, maintenance and capital and DOT assets
• Growth and development of business internally and externally with the support of the commercial group
• Facilitation and development of customer relations and service using a quantitative, quality based approach
• Financial reporting for each facility as it relates to budgeting and forecasting
• Develop, manages, and adjusts processes and systems to meet and exceed established KPI's for inbound and outbound operations
• Manage direct staff. Ensure timely and accurate performance feedback is provided on a regular basis.
• Provide training and development
• Interview, hire and maintain appropriate staffing levels.
• Manage the performance of the warehouse/tank farm, inventory, and parcel departments
• Develop goals and objectives of each department consistent with KPIs and synchronized with the facilities and corporate’s financial/performance objectives with emphasis on managing to margin
• Other related duties

What You Need

Education

• Bachelor's degree in business, industrial engineering or other related fields
• Master’s degree, preferred

Required Qualifications

• Heavy background in the DOT petroleum and petrochemical, bulk terminal industry required
• Strong project management skills
• Prior experience in running multiple sites and bulk/liquid handling facilities
• Proven track record of leading an hourly workforce in an industrial setting
• Prior experience managing and maintaining bulk liquid handling assets along with Marine operations
• Prior experience managing customer relationships as it relates to quantitative service management
• Solid knowledge of PC systems and related Company applications
• Good organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and properly set priorities
• Detailed and customer-oriented; able to take initiative and work with others in accomplishing defined goals in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated leadership, team building, analytical, strong communication (oral and written), and excellent organizational skills
• Successful completion of a drug screen and background check upon offer
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record satisfactory to the company
• Successfully obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) card

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior leadership training preferred

Working Conditions

• 50 percent travel and field work required
• Requires flexibility to work extended hours based on business needs
• Must be available to respond to emergency or time sensitive matters outside of standard business hours

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Pay Range

USD $165,200.00 - USD $247,800.00 /Yr.

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

Kinder Morgan offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts; Life and Accidental …

Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill set.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.