Scheduling Analyst I

Buckeye is the premier infrastructure and logistics provider for the world's energy needs, both today and tomorrow. Since 1886, we have successfully navigated transitions in the way energy has been distributed to continually meet the needs of an evolving market and industry environment. Our people are a critical element to the success and longevity of our operational history and our future as we seek to thrive through the energy transition.

We own and operate a diversified global network of integrated assets providing midstream logistic solutions, primarily consisting of the transportation, storage, processing, and marketing of liquid petroleum products. We are committed to safely and responsibly providing world-class service to meet the continually evolving energy needs of our customers and the communities we serve. As part of this commitment to our customers, we are continually diversifying our platform and service offerings to enable less carbon intensive energy solutions and undertaking decarbonization efforts on our operations.

Buckeye Partners is currently seeking a Scheduling Analyst I with experience in the Oil & Gas Industry to join our team!

Role Summary:

As a member of the Pipeline Scheduling department, the Scheduling Analyst I will actively participate within a Pipeline Scheduling Team focused on effective pipeline inventory reconciliation, analysis of pipeline scheduling opportunities and providing exceptional internal / external customer service. Be responsible for the timely and effective utilization of standardized reconciliation processes, coordination of ticket corrections and provide analytical support for product inventory management and utilization of assigned Pipe Segments and Pipeline break out tankage. Various responsibilities will be assigned at the Scheduling Desk, Scheduling Team and Scheduling Department levels related to Scheduling, Ticket/Inventory Management, Continuous Improvement focus areas as well as Ad-Hoc projects. They will participate as a team member within scheduling department to assist customers, field personnel, and Buckeye's Transportation Department.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions include:

• Allocations- Responsible for the nomination allocation process which includes identifying over-nominated lines, consolidating shipper nomination information, applying allocation methodology, reviewing shipper binding allocation with the scheduler, communicating to shippers when requested, and invoicing binding allocation deficiencies.
• Analysis- Perform key analyses to support and improve team objectives including ticketing/inventory process evaluation, tank and line utilization, volumetric over/short, and tool development supporting scheduling, ticketing and reconciliation process improvements.
• Ticketing Moves/Correction- Responsible for ticketing activities within the Scheduling Team. Perform ticketing validation processes and resulting ticketing corrections. Communicate ticketing errors with appropriate resources in Scheduling Team, Field Operations, and Control Center. Support training or knowledge transfer to improve ticket accuracy.
• Reconciliation & Review- Responsible for the reconciliation and tracking of Scheduling team's pipeline systems to minimize discrepancies between book inventory and physical inventory. Lead identification and resolution of physical inventory variances through coordination with Scheduling, Field, and M&QC. Investigate shipper over/short variances to ensure accurate shipper inventory positions.
• Month-End Close- Responsible for the Scheduling Team's month-end close by assisting in the Scheduler desk close and consolidating the team's over/short position. Lead identification and resolution of physical inventory variances through coordination with Scheduling, Field, and M&QC. Investigate shipper over/short variances to ensure accurate shipper inventory positions.
• Customer Service- Provide exceptional internal / external customer service in all facets of the Analyst role, such as shipper feedback, routine internal data requests (quarterly/annual data submissions), and in support of the Scheduling Team.
• Metrics- Responsible for metrics evaluation and support of Scheduling Team in root cause analysis and corrective action. Utilize metrics to identify potential opportunities for improvements.
• Continuous Improvement - Coordinate with Senior Scheduling Analyst and other Scheduling Analysts to promote process standardization, integrate/implement new processes/assets, and consolidate team analyses, metrics, and reconciliations across the department.
• Ad-Hoc- Responsible for key projects and activities related to Scheduling Team and department.
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Position Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business preferred.
• Experience: Bookkeeping or Accounting (inventory) coursework a plus.
• At least 6 months of previous work experience or Buckeye Pipeline Scheduling Analyst experience
• Scheduling Analyst proficiency with at least 1 scheduling team.
• Ability to use basic data structures to perform analysis.
• General knowledge or experience in the petroleum industry or field operations is preferred.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (especially Excel) required.
• Travel and overtime will be required as necessary.

Certificates & Licenses:

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  None required

  
  

Other Skills, Attributes and Abilities:

• This team position requires an independent self-starter with strong analytical skills, positive customer service focus, excellent problem solving capabilities, and exhibits positive behaviors that are adaptable to change.
• They must be a detail oriented team player, as well as have excellent verbal and written communications.
• This position requires someone who can work well under pressure and can handle multiple tasks at once.
• Excellent organizational, and quantitative skills are also critical to be successful in this position.
• Ability to provide analytical support for two or more scheduling teams, develop analytics to improve scheduling team performance, become proficient in shipper notebook and Buckeye Pipeline applications.

Essential Functions:

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  This position requires the ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and or/quantitative productivity standards.

  
  
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  This role requires the ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

  
  
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  This position requires compliance with all personnel policies.

  
  

Physical & Safety Requirements:

• Normal office environment

About You:

To be successful in the Buckeye culture, our employees must possess a demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication, both written and verbal, as well as strong organizational skills are paramount. You must work independently and be able to exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with internal and external customers, and when handling sensitive and confidential information.

Buckeye wants to create and reward an organizational focus that stimulates the creative and entrepreneurial actions of its employees that result in innovative ways of reducing costs, generating revenues, improving productivity, or improving processes.

People First Culture:

From managing over 5,000 miles of pipeline to commercializing clean energy projects, our people collaborate to provide world-class service and meet the changing energy needs of our customers. Our employee-first culture means that we invest in our employees and equip them to be fully contributing members of high performing teams. We are focused on collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development. We want the best in you to bring out the best in us.

Join us as we work together to build a business that is responsive to the needs of the future while continuing to serve the energy needs of communities today.