Senior Analyst, Logistics 3PL, Bulk Truck & Rail Jobs in KSA | Saudi Arabia Organization

Position Title
Senior Analyst, Logistics 3PL, Bulk Truck & Rail

Auto Req ID
9179BR

Relocation Assistance
No

Region/Pole
Americas

Functional Work Area
Supply Chain & Logistics

Job Purpose & Responsibilities
As the ‘home of unique offerings’ within SABIC, the Specialties Strategic Business Unit is focused on challenging technology endeavors that positively impact the way the world travels, communicates, works and lives. This SBU provides unique offerings such as high heat resins, functional compounds and additives, specialty fluids, nanotechnology and thermoplastics composites to industries such as Additive Manufacturing, Consumer & Industrial, Electronics, Healthcare, Mass Transportation, Automotive and Water Management.

THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Logistics Analyst uses analytical methods and a variety of tools to understand Logistics operations, processes and activities, and controls or reduces costs. Analysts are responsible for data management, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing, recommending and implementing solutions to solve the problems.

The successful candidate must be a self-starter and detailed oriented with strong analytical and problem solving skills, able to support and lead multiple projects through implementation and possess a demonstrated track record of achieving results and operational excellence. In addition, the candidate must be able to operate in a highly-matrixed environment, communicate with all levels of the organization, influence and gain commitment, and continuously develop the talent around them.

SABIC employees experience a unique working environment and the stability of an established industry leader combined with interesting opportunities to learn and grow. We take pride in offering a competitive salary and benefits package, reward & recognition, and personal / professional development that provide promotional opportunities.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsible for a $2 Million transportation budget.

Own and manage a strategic 3PL relationship responsible for operational excellence.

Coordinate daily operations of Bulk Truck shipments. Own resolution of issues affecting cost per kg and service metrics.

Coordinate daily operations of Rail shipments. Own resolution of issues affecting cost per kg and service metrics.

Ensures accurate transaction execution in SAP.

Understand and track inflation / deflation for each mode of responsibility on a monthly basis.

Support the business through ad-hoc queries, and create and analyze reports to support business execution.

Perform data management through a combination of data mining, data analysis, cost/benefit analysis and/or problem analysis; while executing day-to-day activities related to area of responsibility.

Develop and maintain cost estimates, forecasts, and cost models. Determine cost per kg estimates and trends against operating budget and own cost per kg metrics to stay within budget. Identify and resolve cost variance drivers. Participate in monthly transportation operating review meetings to review quarterly metrics.

Identify, own and support transportation variable cost productivity projects through implementation, dashboards and corresponding metrics. Participate in monthly Total Cost Out meetings to review active and / or pending productivity projects.

Analyze and adjust weekly freight payment data for accuracy, carrier leakage and potential productivity projects. Work with Freight Payment leader and vendor, and carriers in addressing carrier-billing issues that affect cost per kg metrics.

Lead internal and external benchmarking to identify best practices as it relates to area of responsibility.

Own day-to-day operational tasks related to area of responsibility.

Provide assistance in setting transportation budget and asset requirements.

Lead Bulk Truck & Rail Transportation Procurement (yearly and ad hoc basis).

Participate in transportation ISO audits striving for Zero non-conformances.


Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
BS / BA Degree

Minimum 3-5 years Logistics, Supply chain or Operations experience

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Strong financial acumen

SAP experience in the LE Module

Possess a strategic mindset

Excellent interpersonal / communication skills

Demonstrated project management experience and ability to manage multiple priorities

Team player

Ability to work across multiple functional groups and at various levels

Computer skills including advanced Excel

Data oriented with experience analyzing large data sets using Excel and other data querying tools

2-3 years managing bulk truck / rail carriers, or working at a 3PL managing these modes


Eligibility Requirements:
You must submit your application for employment online to be considered. Please submit your resume using the apply online option on this page.

You must be 18 years or older

You must be willing to take a drug test as part of the selection process

You must be willing to submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process

You must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States

Desired Skill
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Logistics, Engineering, or Business Administration Degree

Six Sigma Trained / Experience

Previous Logistics Experience with knowledge of Procurement, Load Planning, Carrier Operations, and Costs Management

Country
United States of America

City
Houston

State/Province
Texas (TX)

General
PEOPLE WHO CAN

We’ve always believed that it takes special people to make a difference. They need ingenuity, brilliance and the freedom to turn their ideas into reality. At SABIC, this is our culture. We find open-minded, gifted and questioning people. Then we create the conditions for their talent to flourish: fulfilling work environments, state-of-the-art technology and the empowerment they need. So when you work for SABIC, you’re the person who can find new solutions and possibilities that change the world for the better.

At SABIC, we know that our success depends on your success. We’re committed to nurturing your talent, to help you achieve both your career ambitions and life goals. We’ve created tailored training and development programs for our employees which are among the best in the petrochemical industry. This is not a job where you dream about the weekend. This is a job where you dream about how you can change things for the better, for everyone. And this is a company where your dreams can be realized, where your ideas can be made reality, and where what you make can make a difference.

SABIC is a global leader in chemicals headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. From making cars and planes more fuel-efficient, to helping conserve the world’s water supply and enabling colorful smartphone cases, we find solutions to the challenges of today to help our customers achieve their ambitions and build a better tomorrow.

Operating in the Americas since 1987, SABIC employs over 5,000 people and operates from 17 office locations and 17 manufacturing sites and technology and innovation centers in Exton, PA; Houston, TX; Mt. Vernon, IN; and Selkirk, NY.

SABIC is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and as such will not discriminate in its employment practices, including recruiting and hiring practices, based on a person’s race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Disclaimers (USA):

SABIC is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of SABIC about this opening. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at SABIC via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of SABIC; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by SABIC as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means.