Logistics Analyst, Fuels [BHM]

Southern Company; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Company Energy Center in Birmingham, AL seeks a Logistics Analyst to coordinate fuel and limestone logistics for Plants Bowen and Scherer. You will manage shipments, monitor inventories, and work with suppliers, railroads, and internal teams to ensure reliable, cost-effective deliveries.

This role combines execution with forecasting, reporting, and continuous improvement of logistics processes, using Power BI and standard office tools, while supporting budgeting, audits, and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Logistics, Business, Engineering, Accounting, or a related field is required.
• Experience in supply chain or logistics industry is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage coal and limestone fuel logistics, inventory planning, and transportation coordination for GPC Plants Bowen and Scherer.
• Serve as the primary logistics liaison with suppliers, railroads, plants, and internal stakeholders to resolve transportation, production, and supply issues.
• Monitor daily coal and limestone supply chains, train loadings, empty railcar movements, plant inventories, and unit operating status to ensure fuel reliability.
• Maintain and update inventory forecasting tools, incorporating loadings, consumption, missed shipments, and projected inventory positions.
• Coordinate monthly fuel and limestone nominations with suppliers, railroads, and internal stakeholders to support operational requirements.
• Manage rail transportation permitting activities with BNSF, NS and CSX, and other carriers to support scheduled fuel deliveries.
• Develop and communicate weekly and month-end inventory projections, fuel supply risks, and operational impacts to Fleet Operations, plant personnel, and Coal Servies teams.
• Prepare, maintain, and publish coal and limestone inventory reports and dashboards through Power BI and other business reporting tools.
• Participate in recurring operational, railroad, supplier, inventory, and fuel planning meetings to support daily and long-term fuel supply strategies.
• Support fuel settlement and accounting processes by researching, correcting, and resolving transportation and manifest data discrepancies.

Job description

WORK LOCATION, SCHEDULE, & TRAVEL

• This position is based at the Southern Company Energy Center in Birmingham, Alabama.
• This position may require some travel (day and overnight, up to 25%).

POSITION SUMMARY

The Logistics Analyst serves as the central coordinator for fuel and limestone supply between Southern Company Coal Procurement, coal and limestone suppliers, Class I railroads, Southern Company Fleet Operations and generating plants. This role plans, monitors, and analyzes fuel and limestone supply logistics for Georgia Power’s Plants Bowen and Scherer, with a focus on reliable and cost-effective deliveries and maintaining onsite inventories within established limits.

The Logistics Analyst combines daily shipment execution with inventory forecasting, data integrity, reporting, and cross-functional coordination. The successful candidate will monitor coal and limestone movements from loading through unloading, identify emerging inventory or delivery risks, reconcile actual performance to forecasts, and communicate clear, timely information to internal and external stakeholders. The position also supports budgeting, audit and regulatory requests, long-range planning, system enhancements, and continuous improvement of logistics processes and tools.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage coal and limestone fuel logistics, inventory planning, and transportation coordination for GPC Plants Bowen and Scherer.
• Serve as the primary logistics liaison with suppliers, railroads, plants, and internal stakeholders to resolve transportation, production, and supply issues.
• Monitor daily coal and limestone supply chains, train loadings, empty railcar movements, plant inventories, and unit operating status to ensure fuel reliability.
• Maintain and update inventory forecasting tools, incorporating loadings, consumption, missed shipments, and projected inventory positions.
• Coordinate monthly fuel and limestone nominations with suppliers, railroads, and internal stakeholders to support operational requirements.
• Manage rail transportation permitting activities with BNSF, NS and CSX, and other carriers to support scheduled fuel deliveries.
• Develop and communicate weekly and month-end inventory projections, fuel supply risks, and operational impacts to Fleet Operations, plant personnel, and Coal Servies teams.
• Prepare, maintain, and publish coal and limestone inventory reports and dashboards through Power BI and other business reporting tools.
• Participate in recurring operational, railroad, supplier, inventory, and fuel planning meetings to support daily and long-term fuel supply strategies.
• Support fuel settlement and accounting processes by researching, correcting, and resolving transportation and manifest data discrepancies.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Logistics, Business, Engineering, Accounting, or a related field is required.

Experience, Skills, & Abilities

• Comfort performing detailed work in an operations environment
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to think critically, strategically, and analytically
• Adept at identifying challenges, developing solutions, and implementing strategies to address operational issues or emergencies
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships
• Able to adjust to dynamic situations and make prompt, decisive choicesSupply chain or logistics industry experience is required
• Proficiency with standard analytical and business software such as Microsoft Office is required

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• The successful candidate must consistently demonstrate Our Values and the following behaviors:
  • Safety First: Prioritize the safety and well-being of employees, customers, and communities.
  • Intentional Inclusion: Foster a culture of belonging and value different perspectives within the team.
  • Act with Integrity: Conduct business with honesty, respect, and fairness.
  • Superior Performance: Pursue continuous improvement and exceptional service delivery.
• People Priority: Commit to developing yourself and supporting those around you.
• Growth Mindset: Use lessons learned to strengthen skills, improve future work, and foster collaboration.
• Proactivity: Take personal ownership and responsibility for work.

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About Southern Company

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 21597

Job Category: Supply Chain

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services