Sr. Specialist, Rail Operations
 Primient | |
vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k)
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 United States, Illinois, Decatur | |
 Jul 25, 2025 | |
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Sr. Specialist, Rail Operations | Primient
About Primient
Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate. About the RoleThe Sr. Specialist, Rail Operations sits on the logistics team and plays a crucial role in managing and maintaining Primient' s railcar fleet, ensuring seamless operations through the daily monitoring of maintenance statuses and coordinating mobile repair requests to minimize disruptions. This role directly impacts the company's logistics performance by maintaining a high standard of operational efficiency and supporting timely deliveries. By overseeing lessor communications and ensuring prompt processes for invoices, the Sr. Specialist, Rail Operations helps optimize fleet management costs and ensures compliance with lease agreements. Key responsibilities: *
Prepare Monthly Cost Reporting:
Prepare and distribute the Monthly Cost Report for the rail fleet, providing financial transparency and supporting budget management with detailed expense analysis.
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Process Invoices for Railcar Lessors:
Accurately process and pay invoices from railcar lessors in accordance with contract terms, ensuring compliance and fostering strong vendor relationships.
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Manage RAS Data Services Invoice:
Validate and process monthly invoices from RAS Data Services, ensuring timely payments and adherence to service agreements.
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Coordinate Railcar Repairs:
Monitor and manage railcars out of service for maintenance, ensuring swift coordination with repair locations to minimize downtime and uphold fleet reliability.
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Procure Railcar Parts:
Coordinate the timely procurement of railcar parts for plants and contracted maintenance teams, ensuring an uninterrupted supply to support ongoing operations and repairs.
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Analyze Rail Fleet Data:
Analyze rail fleet data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for cost reduction or improvement.
ABOUT YOU
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Cost and Budget Management
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End-to-end Supply Chain and Logistics Processes
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Fleet Management, including Planning & Optimization
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Data Analytics tools (Excel, Power Bi)
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Fundamental understanding of railcar operations and Mechanical systems.
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Railcar mechanical and repair
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AAR & FRA Rules and Regulations Skills *
Maintenance Scheduling
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Data Analysis interpretation, and reporting
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Critical Thinking
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Asset Tracking
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Strong attention to detail Mindsets *
Collaborative
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Flexible and adaptable
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Data-driven
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Professional ethics
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Safety-first Required and Preferred Education/Certification *
Bachelors in Logistics, Supply-chain management, or equivalent work experience (preferred) Required and Preferred Work Experience *
2-3 years experience in data collection, trend analysis, and performance evaluation (required)
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1-2 years experience in Power BI or Tableau for creating reports and dashboards (preferred)
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1-2 years experience with logistics networks and rail-specific industry practices (preferred)
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1-2 years experience cost monitoring, forecasting, and budgeting for rail fleet operations (preferred)
5+ years experience Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in - ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm. We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process. | |