Scheduler

Description

SUMMARY OF COMPANY:

BioUrja Trading, LLC, the cornerstone of BioUrja Group, stands as a testament to innovation and growth in the energy sector. Founded to serve the U.S. refining industry with physical ethanol, BioUrja Trading has since expanded its horizons to become a premier supplier of liquid and refined petroleum products used in industrial and consumer goods, as well as beverage-grade alcohol, trusted by the world's leading liquor brands. Our clientele includes every major refining company and the largest international trading houses and wholesalers, reflecting our unwavering commitment to excellence. Globally acclaimed in the energy industry, we are celebrated for our exceptional service and reliability in delivering physical commodities, setting new standards in service and dependability.

Position Summary

This position is tasked with providing logistical and analytical support to the Ethanol Trading Desk by managing and coordinating resources to ensure effective and efficient operations. The Scheduler plays a crucial role in optimizing productivity, facilitating smooth workflow, and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. Responsibilities of this position are of high time sensitivity, requiring demonstrated resilience, a commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the BioUrja Trading team by facilitating the day-to-day transport of ethanol via truck, rail, barge and other modes of transportation to our customers across the country, including and not limited to coordinating with logistics service providers, carriers, and other counterparties
• Manage inventories across different storage locations to help with allocation of resources and balancing supply versus demand
• Handle documentation necessary to facilitate the physical movement of ethanol, including export paperwork and various bills of lading
• Assist ethanol plants with forecasting demand and up-to-date projections to determine efficient operations, working closely to optimize production
• Resolve disputes, claims and complaints from counterparties, and assist the supporting BioUrja Trading departments in accounting and contractual issues
• Analyze trends in demand, transit, dwell, prices etc. to identify bottlenecks and proactively take measures to address them, including cost and freight optimization
• Participate in calculating demurrages for all modes of transportation for invoicing and collection purposes
  
  

Requirements & Qualificiations

• B.S. degree or 4 years equivalent industry work experience. Additional certifications or coursework in scheduling, administration, or a related field is a plus.
• Experience with plant operations and rail fleets a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office Excel required.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities, with a customer-centric mindset.
• Adaptability and flexibility to navigate through changing schedules and unexpected events.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while also collaborating effectively within a team.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)
• 401(k)/ Retirement savings
• Friendly work environment
• Paid-Time Off/holidays
  
  

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

BioUrja Trading participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

BioUrja Trading is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at BioUrja Trading, via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at BioUrja Trading in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position will be deemed the sole property of BioUrja Trading. As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by BioUrja Trading.