Logistics Specialist

Bunge; Decatur (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bunge is looking for an individual to provide support in the maintenance management of its rail car fleet based in Decatur, Indiana. You will work closely with various facilities and railcar leasing companies to ensure the fleet's upkeep.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, along with logistics and transportation background, and must demonstrate problem-solving abilities and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with maintenance of private rail car fleet.
• Background in transportation essential, including logistics support.
• Ability to set goals and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in the maintenance management of Bunge's rail car fleet.
• Work with facilities and railcar companies on maintenance programs.
• Monitor and investigate railcars reported as bad order.

Skills

Logistics support

Problem-solving

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

City: Decatur
State: Indiana (US-IN)
Country: United States (US)
Requisition Number: 46115

Overview

Provide support in the maintenance management of Bunge's rail car fleet.

Essential Functions

• Work with Bunge facilities and railcar leasing companies on shopping of railcars due to required maintenance programs
• Obtain shop information on status of railcars for private car fleet and provide biweekly shop report to business units and Rail Operations management.
• Work with railroads to divert rail equipment for maintenance programs and update the appropriate computer application with diversion information
• Monitor and investigate railcars that report as bad order by various railroads and update the appropriate computer application with investigation findings
• Utilize various software applications to manage, track and trace the private fleet of railcars in relation to railcars requiring maintenance
• Work with mobile units to repair railcars at Bunge or customer facilities as needed
• Maintain accuracy of railcar records in the software applications with regards to car mechanical and test information
• Maintain annual kosher certification of private rail tank car fleet
• File and update loading authority applications on private railcar fleet through Railinc web-based database as railcars are added, remarked, or removed from Bunge's fleet.
• Provide backup support to Manager, Fleet Maintenance
• Other duties as assigned

Skill/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience, preferably in transportation or logistics
• 2 or more years of experience with the maintenance of a private rail car fleet
• Background in transportation is a must, which includes providing logistics support
• Ability to set goals, prioritize and manage multiple tasks and conflicting objectives
• Problem solver and quick/accurate decision maker
• Proven ability to work independently with little supervision
• Demonstrate high level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential