Specialist, Operations Inventory I

About the role

Buckeye Partners is seeking a Specialist, Operations Inventory I to join our team. This role is responsible for accurate and timely accounting of operational inventories on a daily and monthly basis at the assigned facilities.

Responsibilities

• Quality Control: Reviewing transactions, batch changes, tank temperatures, product gravities, and tank water bottoms for accuracy.
• Inventory control: Ensuring Operations completes accurate and timely daily inventory.
• Training: Training Terminal Operators on the TMS system.
• Process Improvement: Improving the inventory accounting process and finding ways to be more efficient.
• Inventory Liaison: Serving as the inventory liaison between Operations Manager and Operators. Providing feedback and reporting equipment trends as related to inventory issues to Operations Manager in a timely manner and making recommendations for equipment repairs or enhancements.
• Third Party Management: Verifying terminal operations meet all third-party inspection requirements and ensuring meter proving reports match tickets from third parties. Preparing and sharing measurement reports with terminal operations and reconciling with third-party inspection reports against physical inventory.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of experience in terminal operations required, including significant knowledge of equipment and maintenance of terminals, meters, marine/railcar/truck loading racks, etc.
• An Inventory control and/or accounting background would be a plus.
• Familiarity with computerized inventory control systems and truck rack automation systems required.
• TopTech TMS or similar terminal inventory management system experience preferred.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of experience in terminal operations required, including significant knowledge of equipment and maintenance of terminals, meters, marine/railcar/truck loading racks, etc.
• An Inventory control and/or accounting background would be a plus.
• Familiarity with computerized inventory control systems and truck rack automation systems required.
• TopTech TMS or similar terminal inventory management system experience preferred.

Travel Requirements

10%

Certificates & Licenses

This position is subject to the port security regulations set forth by the Transportation Security Administration and United States Coast Guard. Employment at this facility is contingent upon obtaining a Transportation Worker Identification Credential. More information on this requirement is available at www.tsa.gov/twic.

Other Skills, Attributes And Abilities

• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks at once and be flexible and adaptable to changes in priority.
• The ability to respond to emergencies immediately and requires an incumbent who has the ability to meet stringent deadlines.
• The ability to work well under pressure and have a strong commitment to safety.

Physical & Safety Requirements

• This position requires the ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• This role requires the ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• This position requires compliance with all personnel policies.
• This person must meet medical criteria established by OSHA for emergency response.
• This position may require exposure to adverse weather conditions, hazardous environments, and require the physical stamina to climb tanks, work long hours in the field, and wear a respirator.

About You

To be successful in the Buckeye culture, our employees must possess a demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication, both written and verbal, as well as strong organizational skills are paramount. You must work independently and be able to exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with internal and external customers, and when handling sensitive and confidential information.

People First Culture

We are focused on collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development. We want the best in you to bring out the best in us. Join us as we work together to build a business that is responsive to the needs of the future while continuing to serve the energy needs of communities today.