Rail Logistics Data & Performance Advisor

Exxon Mobil; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Savings Plan

Workplace Flexibility

Job summary

ExxonMobil in Houston is seeking a detail-oriented data enthusiast to lead analytics for rail operations. You will derive rail metrics, champion data quality, and design sources or models to unlock value.

The role requires a 10+ year background in supply chain analytics, strong Excel, SQL, Power BI/Tableau, and the ability to collaborate across teams to drive cost savings and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in supply chain analysis, logistics, or related roles.
• 5+ years supporting rail operations, contracting, or associated processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel; experience with SQL, Power BI, or Tableau preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities; skilled in leading cross-functional work efforts.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred familiarity with NA Rail data (e.g. Railinc, SCARS, rail shipments, etc.) and Rail TMS systems (e.g. Bourque RAILTRAC)

Responsibilities

• Support development and ensure sustained accuracy of KPIs by identifying the data source, defining the logic, and validating the results
• Identify data quality issues and lead improvement initiatives to structurally improve data quality and consistency
• Architect analytical/insight tools that identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities
• Collect, analyze, and interpret rail operational and cost data (e.g. freight cost, shipment patterns, etc.) to derive strategic insights
• Rail data SME providing consultation on internal/external data sources, data model architecture, metric validation, and existing dashboard/analytical tools

Skills

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

About us

At ExxonMobil, our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living and a net-zero future. As one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies, we are powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by the pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.

We invite you to bring your ideas to ExxonMobil to help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs. Learn more about our What and our Why and how we can work together.

About Houston

ExxonMobil’s state-of-the-art campus north of Houston serves as home to its Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses and their associated service groups. The facility opened in 2014 and accommodates more than 10,000 employees and visitors.

By bringing many global functional groups together, the campus provides employees with the tools and capabilities needed today, and in the future, to achieve business objectives and accelerate the discovery of new resources, technologies and products. It was designed to foster improved collaboration, creativity and innovation and enhance the company’s ability to attract, develop and retain the top talent in the industry.

The campus is located in Spring, Texas, on 385 wooded acres immediately to the west of Interstate Highway 45 (I-45), at the intersection of I-45 and the Hardy Toll Road, approximately 25 miles from the cultural vibrancy of downtown Houston.

The campus was constructed to the highest standards of energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. Its design incorporates extensive research into best practices in building and workplace design through extensive benchmarking of the world’s top academic, research, and corporate facilities.

Learn more about what we do in Houston here.

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and collaborative data enthusiast that will help lead the organization on a journey to enhance how we implement advanced analytics to enable data driven decisions in rail. In the role, you will serve as the rail data/performance subject matter expert and will be responsible for deriving/maintaining rail metrics, championing data quality, establishing new data sources or data models, and designing tools that identify value capture opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support development and ensure sustained accuracy of KPIs by identifying the data source, defining the logic, and validating the results
• Identify data quality issues and lead improvement initiatives to structurally improve data quality and consistency
• Architect analytical/insight tools that identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities
• Collect, analyze, and interpret rail operational and cost data (e.g. freight cost, shipment patterns, etc.) to derive strategic insights
• Rail data SME providing consultation on internal/external data sources, data model architecture, metric validation, and existing dashboard/analytical tools

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in supply chain analysis, logistics, or related roles (entry-level with internships considered).
• 5+ years of experience supporting either rail operations, contracting, or associated processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel; experience with SQL, Power BI, or Tableau preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities; skilled in leading cross-functional work efforts.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred (not required) familiarity with NA Rail data (e.g. Railinc, SCARS, rail shipments, etc.) and Rail TMS systems (e.g. Bourque RAILTRAC)

Key Skills

• Data analysis & reporting
• Process improvement & cost optimization
• Knowledge of transportation practices (preferably NA Rail)
• Understanding & application of logistics KPIs
• Vendor and carrier relationship management
• Strong communication skills

Your benefits

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life.

We offer you:

• Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
• Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
• Workplace Flexibility: We have several