Logistics Operations Specialist
Job Description
- Schedule and coordinate transportation plans by railcar, truck, barge and vessel.
- Monitor and control inventory in the U.S. through transportation arrangements and sales volume forecast.
- Address and resolve issues related to logistics such as delays, demurrage, contamination, and related matters through internal and external communication with vendors, customers, and suppliers.
- Maintain good verbal and written communication with vendors to be able to solve any operational issues.
- Maintain good communication with customers to understand and address their logistics-related needs and problems.
- Understand the cost structure and liabilities of logistics agreements/contracts regarding terminals, railcars, railroads, trucks, barges, and logistics-related components of the sales and purchase agreements/contracts.
- Continuously improve logistics costs by optimizing logistics arrangements along with analysis on the divisional profit and loss.
- Negotiate and finalize logistics agreements/contracts with vendors.
- Provide advice on logistics-related sections of sales agreements/contracts.
- Organize meetings and visit vendors with the sales members.
- Use meeting time efficiently by preparing discussion topics, questions, and presentations, if necessary, in advance, and follow up on to-do lists after meetings.
- Occasionally attend meetings held overseas.
Logistics Operations Qualifications:
- Three or more years of logistics experience, preferably in the chemical industry.
- Rail, Truck, Barge, and Vessel logistics operations experience.
- Working knowledge of Incoterms 2020.
- Bachelor’s degree in business or an equivalent field.
- Solid computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong desire to learn and quickly assume the responsibility of the position.
- Excellent team skills and positive attitude toward open discussion and information sharing.
- High aptitude for creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
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Meet The Recruiter
Molly Gutierrez, CPC
Direct Hire Recruiting Manager
I began my career with Burnett in 2012, shortly after graduating with a degree in hospitality. My passion for serving people naturally led me into recruiting, where I discovered how rewarding it is to connect top talent with the right opportunities.
Today, I lead our Accounting & Supply Chain Direct-Hire recruiting team while continuing to partner directly with clients and candidates. I specialize in placing Houston professionals across accounting, finance, and supply chain—ranging from staff-level talent to senior leadership and C-suite roles.
What I enjoy most is building lasting relationships and ensuring every placement is the right fit for both sides. My goal is always a true win-win: helping companies strengthen their teams and candidates achieve meaningful career growth.
Candidate Reviews
"Molly was very attentive and listened to what my needs and expectations were for finding a new job. She was friendly, supportive and very helpful the entire process. I would definitely work with her again in the future and would recommend her to others."
"Truthfully, I consulted with many staffing agencies but Molly with Burnett was far and away the most approachable, honest, and easiest to work with. There was a constant feedback loop from the first time we connected through starting my new position."
Client Testimonial:
"Molly at Burnett has been a strategic recruitment partner in assisting with successfully hiring specific accounting/ finance resources. She is incredibly responsive and understands our company culture. She consistently prioritizes new requests and presents candidates in a timely manner. Her dedication to the process and to her clients is impeccable. "
