We are seeking a results-driven Logistics Manager to lead our supply chain operations for our oilfield and industrial chemical divisions. This role is critical to maintaining our "just-in-time" delivery promise to hydraulic fracturing sites and industrial plants, managing the movement of products from our manufacturing plants to regional in-basin distribution centers.
The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between corporate finance goals and field-level execution, ensuring that our ISO tank fleet and specialized freight move safely and cost-effectively.
Core Responsibilities
1. In-Basin & Terminal Operations
Distribution Strategy: Oversee the operational efficiency of in-basin distribution centers (DCs) located in major shale plays (e.g., Permian, Haynesville, Bakken).
Last-Mile Logistics: Coordinate the "last-mile" delivery of chemicals to well sites, ensuring equipment readiness and driver compliance with oilfield safety protocols.
Distribution Center Throughput: Collaborate with planning manager to maintain proper inventory levels at DCs to prevent stockouts while minimizing carrying costs.
2. ISO Tank & Fleet Management
Technical Oversight: Manage a dedicated fleet of ISO tanks, ensuring proper maintenance is performed and assets are allocated where needed
Repositioning: Strategically manage "empty" returns and tank cleaning cycles to maximize equipment utilization across the basin network.
3. Freight Procurement & Chemical Logistics
Carrier Sourcing: Contract and optimize specialized bulk liquid haulers, FTL, & LTL carriers capable of handling oilfield and customer facility deliveries .
Cost Control: Analyze logistics spend vs. budget, using the gaps to implement optimization projects
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with manufacturing and finance teams to align logistics capacity with production schedules and budget targets.
Requirements
Experience: 8+ years in logistics, with at least 5 years specifically in oilfield chemicals, specialty chemicals, or a high-intensity industrial manufacturing environment.
Knowledge: Deep familiarity with bulk liquid transport, ISO tank mechanical standards, and DOT regulations.
In-Basin Expertise: Proven track record of managing remote distribution centers and understanding the unique logistics challenges of oil & gas basins.
Systems: Proficiency SAP and Microsoft programs including Power Bi.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
On-Time Delivery (OTD): Ensuring chemical deliveries reach the well site or industrial plant within the narrow operational window.
Cost Per kg: Maintaining freight efficiency through improved lane routing and carrier negotiation.
Equipment Utilization: Minimizing ISO tank dwell time at terminals and manufacturing sites.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Supply Chain
Industries
Chemical Manufacturing
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