Associate Specialist

Responsibilities

• Manage and support the end-to-end supply chain for refined and/or renewable products.
• Resolve product supply disruptions resulting from planned or unplanned events, and develop solutions to complex issues.
• Oversee inventory management, including scheduling activities and year-end inventory targets; monitor and analyze supply/demand balances and finished product inventory.
• Act as the primary contact for an assigned book of business, coordinating scheduling and forecasting with counterparties, suppliers, and transportation providers (rail, trucking, marine, pipeline, and transload facilities).
• Collaborate with Trading and internal stakeholders (Operations, Accounting, Credit, Risk) to ensure alignment on supply, logistics, and commercial activities.
• Evaluate and optimize logistics modes and routes to improve efficiency and reduce costs across the supply chain.
• Ensure accurate and timely execution of all scheduling processes, including system entry and maintenance of Bills of Lading (BOLs).
• Manage month-end processes, including shipment verification, contract completion, and reporting accuracy.
• Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships.
• Provide ad hoc reporting and analytical support to management.

Education

Requirements

• 2+ years of relevant experience in operations, trading, risk, or scheduling.
• Proven ability to work and negotiate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, including being on call 24/7.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proficient computer skills, including advanced Excel capabilities; experience with Allegro, Right Angle and/or GeoMetrix is an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to troubleshoot issues independently.
• High attention to detail with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong sense of initiative.
• Ability to adapt to changing demands and thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.
• Customer-focused mindset with strong service orientation.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn, continuously improve, and evaluate both successes and failures.

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