Hybrid Rail Barge & Terminal Transportation Analyst

at American Iron and Steel Institute

• Job title: Rail Barge & Terminal Transportation Analyst
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $63,000 - $70,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: ERP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Pittsburgh, United States

About the role

• Transportation Analyst managing and optimizing rail, barge, terminal operations for efficient transportation. Involves vendor management, billing, tracking, managing demurrage, supporting strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage rail and barge billing processes accurately and timely.
• Track rail and barge movements, engage carriers for off-track cars.
• Monitor, report, and manage demurrage to minimize costs.
• Request and analyze rates from carriers for competitive pricing.
• Maintain relationships and manage accounts for rail vendors, carriers, and barge lines.
• Submit and follow up on service issues with carriers and terminals.
• Build and foster relationships with railroads, leasing companies, repair companies, barge lines, and transloading companies.
• Maintain and analyze lease car requirements; prepare proposals for fleet additions.
• Meet with leasing companies to discuss leasing opportunities.
• Facilitate on-site railcar training programs with vendors.
• Perform terminal reconciliation for accuracy and compliance.
• Investigate and set up new terminal locations to support business growth.
• Maintain real estate leases for rail crossings, sidings, and terminal land.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or other related field.
• 5+ years in rail/barge logistics or transportation management.
• Strong knowledge of rail and barge operations.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Analytical mindset with ability to manage cost controls and KPIs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Group medical/pharmacy insurance options with company funded health care spending accounts
• Dental insurance & Vision insurance
• A 401k account with company matching contribution
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Options to purchase additional life insurance (employee, spouse, and child) and additional employee long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition benefits including professional certifications