Operational Specialist

Pasona N A, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Job summary

Pasona N A, Inc. in Houston, Texas is seeking a logistics professional to coordinate transportation plans for domestic and international shipments and manage inventory across U.S. terminals.

The role requires 3+ years in logistics, knowledge of Incoterms 2020, and strong Excel skills; travel is expected with the sales team, including occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field is required.
• Minimum 3 years of logistics experience, preferably in the chemical industry.
• Experience managing logistics across terminals, tankers, barges, railcars, trucks, and overseas transport.
• Working knowledge of Incoterms 2020.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate transportation plans for domestic and international shipments.
• Monitor inventory levels at U.S. storage terminals and coordinate forecasts.
• Resolve operational issues with customers, suppliers, and vendors.
• Build strong relationships with logistics providers for smooth operations.
• Prepare business reports and support regulatory compliance (FDA/TSCA).

Skills

Team-oriented mindset

Creative thinker

Independent worker

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

(Occasional long working hours, evening, and weekend work may be required.)

Location: Houston, Texas

Office Hours:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (CST)

Product

• Approximately 200,000 metric tons of methanol annually (approximately USD $70 million in sales)

Target Market

• Acetic Acid
• Other downstream chemical manufacturers
• North America, with potential expansion into South America

Qualifications

• Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude toward open communication, sharing ideas, and contributing to business strategy.
• Creative thinker with the ability to work independently to achieve business objectives.
• Minimum of three (3) years of logistics experience, preferably in the chemical industry.
• Experience managing chemical product logistics throughout the U.S., including terminals, chemical tankers, barges, railcars, trucks, and overseas transportation.
• Working knowledge of Incoterms® 2020.
• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Eagerness to learn and quickly assume ownership of responsibilities.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.

Logistics Coordination

• Schedule and coordinate transportation plans for domestic and international shipments, including vessels and barges.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels at U.S. storage terminals by coordinating transportation schedules and collecting sales forecasts.
• Resolve operational issues including delays, demurrage, contamination, product damage, and other logistics-related matters through effective communication with customers, suppliers, and logistics vendors.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with logistics providers to ensure smooth daily operations.

Logistics Analysis & Cost Optimization

• Develop a thorough understanding of logistics agreements and contracts involving terminals, vessels, barges, railcars, railroads, and other transportation providers.
• Understand logistics-related terms and obligations within sales and purchase agreements.
• Continuously improve logistics efficiency and reduce transportation costs through optimized planning and execution.
• Analyze sales pricing, purchase pricing, logistics costs, and their impact on profitability, and provide recommendations for operational improvements.
• Maintain a database of logistics agreements and contracts with transportation vendors and participate in strategic contract negotiations.
• Provide logistics cost analysis and operational support to the sales and marketing team.
• Communicate proactively with customers to understand logistics requirements and anticipate operational needs.
• Resolve customer issues related to transportation, demurrage, contamination, and other logistics matters.
• Advise the sales team regarding logistics-related provisions in sales contracts during both negotiation and implementation.

Business Travel

• Travel with sales team members to visit customers and logistics vendors as needed (approximately five or more days per month, with occasional weekend travel).
• Prepare meeting agendas, discussion topics, questions, and presentations in advance.
• Follow up on action items after meetings.
• Occasionally participate in global meetings held in Japan.

Routine Responsibilities

• Prepare business reports, including business trip reports, monthly reports, sales forecasts, and operational updates.
• Manage regulatory compliance matters, including FDA and TSCA requirements.
• Support the customer service team during monthly account closing activities.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Base Salary: $66,000 – $80,000 annually (Houston, TX)
• Attractive performance-based bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance