Scheduler, Commercial - Calgary, Canada - Plains Midstream Canada ULC

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    Job Type:

    Regular

    Plains Midstream Canada (PMC) is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). PMC also operates strategically-located facilities for crude oil and NGL storage, separates NGL from natural gas and fractionates NGL into pure liquid petroleum gas (LPG) products, including propane and butane.

    Fueled by our strong leadership team and a dedicated employee base, combined with our expertise in marketing, logistics and our asset base, PMC is well-positioned to provide our customers with flexible, value-added services now and in the future.

    Our Commercial team is a talented group of professionals who are focused on Bigger Opportunities, Bolder Moves and Broader Perspectives

    Plains is engaged in crude oil gathering, transportation and marketing activities within Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. This position will report to the Manager, Commercial Scheduling and the successful candidate will be responsible for product movement activities on Plains crude and NGL pipeline systems. This is a fast paced, deadline driven role that requires superb organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.

    Responsibilities

  • Daily management and scheduling of volumes from multiple receipt locations and coordinating deliveries with downstream carriers;
  • Develop and sustain strong customer relationships with shippers, producers and other pipeline companies;
  • Proactively support the traders and develop a detailed and extensive understanding of the supply and logistics to provide commercial feedback and value add
  • Provide solutions and ideas to maximize/improve profit on existing deals and/or explore hidden value/options.
  • Liaise with Third Party counterparties and team members to resolve and eliminate issues impacting schedules, supply and settlements
  • Performs the daily task of quantifying and analyzing discrepancies between the plan, schedules and actual performance. Analyzes and communicates results to the responsible parties to take necessary corrective actions. Escalates issues when need be.
  • Knowledge of tariffs and regulatory obligations;
  • Effectively communicate to Management scheduling issues when they occur. Escalates issues when need be.
  • This position has an on-call requirement for after hours and weekends.
  • Qualifications

  • University Degree in Business, Finance, Economics or Accounting preferred;
  • 3 to 5 years of related scheduling experience –marketing preferred;
  • Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills – advanced Excel preferred;
  • RightAngle system experience preferred;
  • Detail oriented with very strong analytical and problem solving skills;
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task effectively;
  • Possess a sense of urgency and accountability, ability to respond to tight deadline requirements;
  • Must have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail;
  • Positive and professional attitude and the ability to work well in a team environment;
  • Strong communication skills with a proven ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing; and
  • Ability to demonstrate initiative by undertaking tasks independently.
  • Cleared criminal history (background) check and satisfactory reference checks;
  • Our employees drive our success. At Plains, hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep you safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver exceptional results to our stakeholders while also respecting our employees' need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our great . As part of our goal to be an employer of choice, Plains is also committed to doing business in a sustainable and responsible manner. To learn more about our Sustainability and ESG (environmental, social and governance) initiatives, read our 2021.

    Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains' compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.