Planner, Rail Operations

GAF•Parsippany, NJ

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don’t back down from hard work– we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most. Job Summary The Planner, Rail Operations is responsible for supporting the day-to-day rail operations of both the Private fleet and non-fleet Private car movements. This individual will monitor daily railcar activity to ensure rail activity is moving as expected. He/She will work with customer care agents and rail carriers to identify and expedite delayed rail cars. Additionally, He/She will coordinate with rail car maintenance vendors and leasing agents to move empty and loaded rail cars to repair shops and lessor locations in the most efficient, cost-effective manner. This individual will be responsible for analyzing and entering rail rates into the company's TMS system and keeping the data updated. Review freight rail bills that do not match anticipated expense, make corrections, and approve payment process The Planner, Rail Operations should be system savvy, possess strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, and disseminate information with attention to detail and accuracy. This individual must be able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Requirements

Required in Supply Chain preferred or equivalent experience Required
2-3 years of Transportation/Planning/Logistics /Analytics/Operational Experience Required
This position is based in our Parsippany, NJ corporate headquarters which currently operates on a hybrid in-office schedule. Though employees are welcome to work in our office on Friday, this position must be performed in-office on Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely from the employee's home office on Friday.
General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Intermediate communication skills
Ability to work with limited supervision
Advanced organizational skills
Advanced time management skills
Intermediate negotiation skills
Intermediate ability to work under pressure
Advanced analytical/Excel skills
Intermediate planning skills
Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Familiar with standard manufacturing concepts, practices & procedures
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems (PS or SAP)
Acquaintance with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS -RF)
Intermediate knowledge of Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Fleet Management Systems (FMS) and load tendering software, such as web-based CarrierPoint , Trans-core
Intermediate knowledge of the Transportation Industry (Private Fleets)
Intermediate knowledge of State and Federal Transportation Regulations
Working knowledge of advanced analytical tools ( Tableau, Alteryx, TMI, Excel)
Working knowledge of ERP systems, PS, SAP.
Stationary Position - Move/Traverse - Stationary Position/Seated - Transport/Lifting - Constantly Transport/Carrying - Exerting Force/Pushing - Exerting Force/Pulling - Ascend/Descend - Frequently Balancing - Frequently Position Self/Stooping - Frequently Position Self/Kneeling - Frequently Position Self/Crouching - Frequently Position Self/Crawling - Frequently Reaching - Handling - Grasping - Feeling - Communicate/Talking - Communicate/Hearing - Repetitive Motions - Frequently Coordination

Responsibilities

Directly responsible for monitoring the entire fleet of cars on a daily basis identifying cars that are off route, in excessive dwell, bad order status, derailments, and all other service exceptions.
Reroute cars to and from locations and storage as required to keep the business running while managing through potential supply disruptions/embargos.
Monitor outbound car order fulfillment for all plants and report to appropriate parties
Develop a strong knowledge of rail systems and technology and working relationship with Trans-core.
Maintain all private rail cars in the database having all fleet cars in the proper fleet and sub fleet fields.
Enter all new cars into the system and remove any cars coming off lease.
Submit OT-57 rail fleet applications as requested and possess a working knowledge of Railinc
Handle all rail freight requests and routing inquiries in a timely manner, audit all freight exceptions from internal and 3rd party payment providers
Notify all parties of freight rate changes and impacts.
File necessary routing instructions, monitor cars to shop, and request estimates of repairs.
Audit daily rail freight invoices and provide allocations to Accounts Payable team.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Support plant personnel in filing of rail freight claims

Benefits

We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.

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