Land Logistics Rail Analyst

Do you want to contribute to ensuring efficient supply chain planning for the Renewable business of Neste? 

This is for you who wants to have a real impact on creating a healthier planet for our children every day. At Neste, you will be working for the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel while being a forerunner in developing renewable and circular feedstock solutions for polymers and chemicals. Let’s create transformation for a sustainable future together.
 

We are looking for a Land Logistics Rail Analyst, North America to join our Logistics organization in Houston, Texas.
 

Your part in Neste’s journey

The Land Logistics Rail Analyst, North America is responsible for assisting in managing and developing Neste’s unitized Rail logistics in North American markets. The Land Logistics Rail Analyst supports creating and implementing the strategy that enables continuous development and growth. This Analyst will need to build on his/her existing relationships and experience in the market of Rail Logistics. This role must ensure seamless integration of business units with land logistics rail capabilities and offerings. Responsibilities include Master Data setup and maintenance, supporting successful negotiations with service providers related to Rail Logistics and ensuring efficient logistics supplier management through efficient follow-up procedures and supporting corrective actions as appropriate. 

Reasons to join

Real impact right now. We work in an inspiring and evolving business environment, where everything we do serves one purpose: to create a healthier planet for our children. To drive a growing impact as a global leader in renewable and circular solutions we live by our values every day; we care, we have courage, we cooperate.
 

Safety and caring. We value safety always and everywhere. We want our work to feel good and do good. At Neste, we nurture a culture where everyone is welcome and feels safe, respected and encouraged to be their unique true selves. 
 

Exciting growth. Transformation brings new possibilities and fosters our courage and curiosity. As a global growing company we support personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities. Collaboration is the key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working. 

In addition we offer locally…

• Excellent health care benefits for you and your family
• A flexible hybrid way of working
• A caring and supportive group of colleagues who share Neste’s values of We Care, We have Courage and We Cooperate!

Your role in our team

• Work as part of the Land Logistics unit to significantly develop and manage Neste’s unitized (Rail) land logistics in North America.
• Assist with successful implementation of the Rail Logistics strategy
  Support and develop relationships with Class 1 and Short line Railroads and railcar lessors
• Develop and maintain performance management of the Railroads
• Maintain Master Data and ensure transparency between the TMS systems, Global Master Data Team and the Railroads
• Provide onboarding assistance with newly fleeted railcars
• Support accurate market information of the Rail land logistics and practices in the Area to provide insight to Management
• Liaise and collaborate with multiple internal business units locally
• Keep up-to-date knowledge of Industry Standards/General Terms and Conditions for relevant products.
   

Keys to success in this role

 The best combination of experiences, skills and background is 

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 5 years of working experience in the commercial rail industry
• Prior experience with rail operations/coordination is a plus
• Track and trace experience with Bourque Logistics background is a plus
• Capable of reviewing performance of lanes and service levels, identifying gaps and opportunities
• Familiarity with CFR and car maintenance requirements
• Prior experience in developing and analyzing RFP is a plus
• Strong initiative skills and can work independently 
• Must have high attention to detail
• Strong microsoft office skills, with proficiency in Excel/ Google sheets is a must
• Strong stress tolerance and confidence needed to define and, if needed, defend ideas.
• Fluent written and spoken English, other languages are considered as an advantage
• Good Team Player, functioning well in a team environment

Let’s get you started

Wondering whether we are a match or not? Take a short test at neste.com/game.

We look forward to receiving your CV and application. The recruitment process will include interviews and aptitude assessment. 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification “Form I-9” upon hire.  This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

About Neste
Neste creates solutions for combating climate change and accelerating a shift to a circular economy. With over 75 years of refining expertise, we are now the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel and a forerunner in developing renewable and circular feedstock solutions for polymers and chemicals. We have set aspirational targets for climate, biodiversity, human rights, as well as our supply chain and raw materials. Our ambition is to make the Porvoo oil refinery in Finland the most sustainable refinery in Europe by 2030. Together with our partners we are aiming at a carbon neutral and nature positive value chain by 2040. Our success is created by 5,400 professionals working in 16 countries. Read more: neste.com. Get inspired by our story.