Terminal Scheduler

The Terminal Scheduler is responsible for scheduling and accounting for the movement of refined products, chemicals and renewable products via truck, rail, marine and/or pipeline to ensure timely delivery to third party customers. 

 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ensures the efficient movement of materials while maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
• Manages the scheduling and coordination of transportation logistics, guaranteeing timely delivery to customer locations.
• Oversees inventory management, tracking shipments, and maintaining precise records of materials in transit and at storage facilities.
• Responsible for developing and managing the daily movement schedule and weekly projections.
• Accountable for daily inventory assessments and preparing end-of-month (EOM) inventory reports for corporate and terminal clients, tracking all gains and losses.
• Collaborates with local administrative staff and port personnel to ensure accurate monthly billing totals.
• Ensures all logistics operations adhere to federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Cultivates and maintains strong relationships with transportation providers, suppliers, and contractors to enhance logistics efficiency.
• Analyzes logistics data to identify trends, optimize processes, and improve operational efficiency.
• Prepares and maintains all essential shipping and logistics documentation, including bills of lading, shipping manifests, and compliance reports.
• Collaborates closely with engineering, operations, and procurement teams to align logistics strategies with overarching business objectives.
• Proactively addresses and resolves logistical challenges to minimize disruptions to operations.
• Manages pipeline nominations, barge nominations, demurrage management, and loading operations.
• Conducts measurement analysis, including tank outturns to vessels and line displacements, while interfacing with inspection companies.
• Oversees logistics tracking for trucks, marine vessels, and rail cars.
• Monitors reported grade differentials and conducts analyses to understand the reasons for any changes.
• Tracks market factors impacting operations, including pipeline issues and refinery maintenance concerns.
• Supports internal audits and PWC audits, ensuring compliance and operational integrity.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated analytical skills.
• Technical aptitude for quick learning and self-sufficiency.
• Business acumen to comprehend midstream operations and the downstream value chain.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to adjust work hours as necessary to meet deadlines.
• Capable of working independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or 5 years’ experience in related field (prefer some minimal finance experience/exposure)
• 3+ years of scheduling, back office or operational experience 

 

Certifications:

• None required 

 

Physical Demands and Hazards for Office Employees:

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting, frequent computer use, occasional lifting of office supplies, and may involve travel. 

 

Thank you for your interest in Howard Energy Partners, an equal opportunity employer. If you need additional information, have questions, or need accommodations, please reach out to the Human Resources department at 210-298-2222.

 

Howard Energy Partners (HEP) is a diversified energy company that provides innovative midstream solutions. HEP owns and operates natural gas and crude oil pipelines, natural gas processing plants, refined products storage terminals, facilities specializing in deep-water dock and rail, fractionation, hydrogen production, renewable diesel logistics, and other related midstream assets in Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and Mexico.