Rail Site Manager

Trinity Industries Inc

  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    The Rail Site Manager will lead a team of Rail Coordinators and Supervisors, ensure seamless logistics operations and fostering proactive relationships with key stakeholders. Provide leadership during critical rail-related unplanned events such as service disruptions, acts of nature, shut down railcars, etc.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationThe Woodlands, TX

    Description

    RSI Logistics, recently acquired by Trinity Industries Inc., is looking for a Rail Site Manager to oversee the Site Coordination team that supports the Canada and US Gulf Coast Site Coordination activities. The Rail Site Manager will lead a team of Rail Coordinators and Supervisors, ensure seamless logistics operations and fostering proactive relationships with key stakeholders.

    What You'll Do:

    • Develop and implement strategies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of rail operations.
    • Oversee the planning and execution of inbound and outbound railcar needs across multiple sites.
    • Manage coordination activities to meet loading and unloading requirements.
    • Ensure alignment of rail operations with the overall supply chain strategy of the organization.
    • Proactively focus on Continuous Improvement and identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.
    • Lead and participate in governance meetings to review performance, strategy, and continuous improvement initiatives.
    • Provide leadership during critical rail-related unplanned events such as service disruptions, acts of nature, shut down railcars, etc. ensuring timely communication and effective mitigation strategies.
    • Participate in Quick Response Teams (QRT) and develop strategic response plans for various scenarios.
    • Coordinate with local and regional railroad operations personnel during unplanned events to ensure minimal disruption to operations.
    • Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of rail operations.
    • Ensure adherence to SLA standards and reporting for KPIs, SLAs, and Stewardship initiatives.
    • Provide regular updates to executive leadership on the status of rail operations and any critical issues.
    • Conduct Root Cause Investigations and implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurrence of issues.
    • Hire, train, and develop a high-performing team of Site Rail Coordinators and Supervisors.
    • Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to team members.
    • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, problem solving and operational excellence within the team.
    • Develop and implement annual Ops Hub budget.

    What You'll Need:

    • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in logistics, transportation, or a related field.
    • Minimum of 3 years' experience in leadership role in rail operations or logistics management (5+ years preferred)
    • Strong knowledge of rail industry regulations and safety standards.
    • Proven track record of developing and implementing strategic initiatives.
    • Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
    • Proficient in the use of logistics software and Microsoft Office Suite.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

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