Supply Chain Specialist

OxyChem•Ludington, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At OxyChem, our chemistry makes modern life possible, and it is our people who make the difference. We are a safety-first, purpose-driven team committed to innovation, environmental responsibility, and doing things the right way. If you are ready to contribute, elevate your skills, and take ownership of your career, OxyChem offers the opportunity to make a difference every day. OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. OxyChem’s products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction. OxyChem actively participates in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program, underscoring our commitment to safety. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, OxyChem is a top three U.S. manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride, chlor-alkali and chlorinated organic chemicals, and calcium chloride. Visit oxychem.com for more information. In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities.

Requirements

Associates Degree or 10 years comparable work experience.
Basic computer skills.
Maintain current Transportation Worker Identity Credential (TWIC)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree
Strong mechanical aptitude or maintenance experience associated with railcars, terminal operations, bagging or barge equipment.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP.
Successful experiences building supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

Lead the timely, effective, & efficient resolution for all rail cars requiring site review and site repair.
Coordinates and oversees on-site rail maintenance provider services to ensure safe, timely, effective and efficient repair of railcars.
Leads and coordinates the dispensation of railcars that require Dallas review for potential shop, scrap, or site repairs including projects that require modifications such as re-stenciling or end of life cars.
Serves as focal point for technical resolution with Dallas for car modifications and/or AAR 4-2 submissions.
Performs OTMA transactions in coordination with Dallas and site logistics.
Ensures on-site rail maintenance provider workload visibility and schedule is consistent with OxyChem priorities.
Coordinates on-site rail maintenance provider site support necessary to perform as a best-in-class onsite repair operation.
Measures on-site rail maintenance provider effectiveness and efficiency and progress toward long-term objectives.
Requisitions large volume purchase items like gates, wheels, and bolsters.
Oversees 3rd party Operations Focal point for operating issues for Lemont-IMTT, Bay City, and Burns Harbor, Panther, Cal-Chlor Ludington/New Brunswick, barge operating issues.
Oversee and coordinates changes required of suppliers.
Leads projects including those requiring AFE’s, MOC’s and other supply chain support.
Coordinates supplier capacity by providing visibility to Oxy volume, obtaining supplier capacities, resolving gaps, and performing annual (or as needed) operational reviews.
Ensures and/or performs physical inventories requirements at 3rd party locations.
Monitors and measures supplier performance.
Approve & code invoices in SAP.
Maintain current price sheets on server.
Facilitates corrective actions for customer complaints (Corrective Action Requests).
Monthly and Annual budgeting for 3rd party suppliers.
Facilitates routine maintenance and capital for Bay City, and New Brunswick and ensures & documents short-term & long-term plans to operate to meet business requirements.
Log maintenance approvals for future reference for invoices.
Coordinates support for barge (Deegan) repairs on site and serves as a liaison between barge operators and site operators.
Performs fuel log at beginning and end of year as input to final invoicing for Deegan.
Ensures all operating repairs are coordinated with planning and return to operations are visible.
Perform annual fixed asset review to ensure a current and accurate Fixed Asset register.
Actively support plant and corporate HESS safety programs, objectives, and expectations.
Follows the Ludington Guiding Principles.
Supports the Food Safety Program and Quality Program.
Adheres to FDA requirements.