Export and Operations Planner

Liquid Power Specialty Products Inc. (LSPI) is the global leader in the science of drag reduction. In 2014 LSPI was acquired by Berkshire Hathaway, having previously been a wholly owned subsidiary of Phillips 66. LSPI provides flow improver solutions, delivering strategic value to its customers by maximizing the flow potential of pipelines while increasing their operational flexibility, capacity and economic performance.

LSPI works with companies in more than 35 countries to solve pipeline flow needs, treating more than 12 million barrels of hydrocarbon liquids a day and providing customers with a total package solution that includes flow improver products and the right injection equipment. LSPI leading brands are Liquid Power™, Extreme Power® and Refined Power™.

LSPI consistently recruits the best and brightest. Put your valuable skills to work and join us!

Summary:

The Export & Operations Planner is responsible for coordinating and executing the movement of finished products and ISO tank assets to international destinations outside Canada. The role oversees export operations, depot inventory, customs documentation, and ISO container fleet management to ensure timely, compliant, and efficient product flow. Operating independently with minimal supervision, the Planner collaborates closely with manufacturing, sales, procurement, depot partners, logistics providers, and the Eastern Hemisphere supply chain organization to meet customer demand and support continuous improvement across export and depot operations.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate end to end export activities for finished products and equipment, ensuring shipments meet regulatory, documentation, and customer requirements.
• Serve as a primary liaison between U.S. manufacturing, sales, procurement, and the Eastern Hemisphere supply chain teams to support export volumes, equipment needs, and customer delivery requirements.
• Manage movements of ISO tanks and product via truck between plants, depots, and ports, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient transportation.
• Prepare, maintain, and audit all required export shipping instructions, customs documentation, and compliance records in alignment with Export Compliance Guidelines and LSPI document retention standards.
• Monitor finished product inventory levels and ISO stored product at North American depots, completing routine reconciliations to ensure accurate stock visibility and support international customer demand.
• Oversee LSPI's ISO container fleet by tracking equipment status, coordinating maintenance, cleaning, certification, and ensuring asset data accuracy in internal systems.
• Maintain strong working relationships with depots, suppliers, and logistics partners, resolving operational, service, or documentation issues as needed.
• Execute SAP system activities including stock transport orders, inventory transactions, service entries, and invoice verification.
• Ensure adherence to ISO quality processes and internal control requirements through accurate documentation, reporting, and audit ready records.
• Participate in cross functional initiatives to improve export operations, depot processes, asset utilization, and overall supply chain performance.
• Perform other responsibilities or project support as assigned.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret inventory, rail, and vendor performance data.
• Clear and effective communication skills for coordinating with manufacturing, dispatch, rail providers, warehouses, and commercial teams.
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment in a fast moving, operations focused environment.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills and commitment to data accuracy across SAP and internal tracking systems.
• Proficiency with SAP (or similar ERP systems) and Microsoft Office tools.
• Knowledge of rail logistics, warehouse processes, transportation coordination, and relevant DOT/rail regulations.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify service, cost, or process enhancement opportunities.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related…