Sr. Pipeline Scheduler

Summary

CHS, Inc. has an exciting opportunity in our Energy Division. We are looking for a Sr. Pipeline Scheduler to schedule crude oil movements on the Front Range Pipeline and/or refined Petroleum products on the Cenex Pipeline. 

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent communication and interpersonal relation skills, and attention to detail in accounting for shipper movements, inventories, and deliveries with ability to influence, negotiate, and resolve issues. 

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and approve shipper nominations and then develop a pipeline schedule that maximizes the pipeline’s efficiency 
• Managing shipper deliveries, inventories and schedules with connecting pipelines and refineries accordingly.
• Calculating and tracking product volumes in line, in tanks, per shipper, per product, etc.
• Coordinate month-end closing activities, verify results and resolve discrepancies.
• Provide controllers with accurate and clear instructions to safely meet the pipeline schedule.
• Build and promote relationships with shippers, schedulers, suppliers, connecting pipelines and refineries.
• Become familiar with pipeline tariff requirements which govern how space is filled and allocated and how shipper nominations are filled and met each month.
• Maintain confidentiality of shipper information.
• Observe pipeline operations and make recommendations for improvements for safety, economic, or operational benefit. Perform duties as required for the safe operation of the pipelines.
• Support a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Act as the main point of contact representing pipeline companies and communicating directly with shippers, suppliers, pipeline control center, and connecting pipelines
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• High School diploma or GED
• 4+ years of petroleum industry, pipeline experience, logistics, accounting, or related experience

Additional Qualifications

• Proficiency with geometric and algebraic calculations
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Prior Logistics or Scheduling experience
• Prior leadership experience preferred
• Understanding and ability to apply Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) rules and regulations governing pipeline operations preferred.
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.