Rail Scheduler

Job Summary

The Rail Scheduler is primarily responsible for coordinating the movement of rail cars in and out of MPC refineries/terminals for the purpose of loading/unloading products or feed stocks. This position serves as the interface between the refineries/terminals, third‑party railroads, and MPC stakeholders in Refining, Marketing, and Rail Operations to ensure rail cars are scheduled as needed by the refineries/terminals.

• Monitors and manages rail movements and volumes through proprietary railroad and third‑party transportation systems to create daily train orders or manage inventory levels at serving yard locations, responding to unexpected events to minimize disruption of product supply and ensuring data is accurately captured daily.
• Schedules proper railcars for loading, unloading, sampling, etc., based on railcar type, contents, and ownership to meet business plans.
• Coordinates railcar inspections and handles billing from MPC refinery/terminal/transload locations or third‑party locations, selecting correct consignee, route, and hazmat information to comply with Federal Railroad Administration policies and reduce delays; completes and maintains DOT Hazardous Shipment Certification.
• Works with internal business partners to maintain a supply of rolling stock needed to support MPC's commercial and refining operations; communicates and verifies planned rail movements and status with refining and commercial teams, providing timely and accurate railcar movement information to commercial schedulers.
• Investigates rail‑related cost discrepancies and assists with invoice reconciliations.
• Provides rail freight rate estimates and railroad tariff information to internal business partners.
• Hosts weekly rail meetings/Teams calls with stakeholders across the organization, forecasts the rail plan, and issues it to refinery scheduling operators at rail and truck racks, providing necessary rail shipment reporting and metrics while ensuring system data integrity.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent and five (5) years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Two (2) years of related experience.

San Antonio, Texas

Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program that includes, but is not limited to, health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, a 401’k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision‑making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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