Asset Disposal Analyst

JOB SUMMARY

Assist with the disposal of surplus/retiring railcars in a timely manner that optimizes cash recovery, while efficiently salvaging X-material to the greatest extent practical. Ensures disposition of both general scrap and excess/obsolete material at TTX car repair locations without negatively affecting field operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Optimize cash recovery from scrap generated by Company maintenance activities, and maximize revenue generated from the retirement of Company rolling stock that is over-age, surplus, or otherwise approved for disposal. Conduct all activities in full compliance with Company policies and procedures.
• Assist with coordinating the return of reclaimable material generated from the retirement of railcars and the compilation, approval processing, and disposition of all excess and obsolete material in compliance with Company policies and procedures. This includes coordinating "casting inspections" as needed. Act as the liaison between Equipment, Supply Chain, and Scrap Dealers regarding safety issues and the proper handling of reclaimable parts.
• Responsible for customer relations with existing and potential railcar buyers.
• Lead the resolution of scrap invoicing discrepancies and disagreements by analyzing supporting documentation, researching transaction details, coordinating with internal and external parties, and developing practical solutions that ensure accurate invoicing, payment, and contract compliance.
• Assist with reviewing policies and procedures that relate to Asset Disposal, and update as required to assure the efficient operation of the company's disposal program.
• Assist the Manager Logistics in accomplishing the goals of the department by completing special projects as requested.
• Prepare reports related to retired railcars, miscellaneous scrap revenue and other asset disposal activities as appropriate.

• Assist in ICFR compliance efforts for scrap activities, including control testing, documentation review, and remediation of identified issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Four-year college or university degree in a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience, required.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and similar computer software are required. Knowledge or ability to learn other software available to develop statistics and documentation that drive decision making and strategy is required. Ability to organize and prepare numerical-based information into actionable reports and presentations.
• One or more years of relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to develop, read, edit and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Interpersonal skills and professional demeanor required to represent a positive image of TTX to internal and external parties.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with various priorities. Strong ability to prioritize based on department goals and current strategy. Strong follow-through skills.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

(The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

General office environment; may be required to travel. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit (remain stationary within work area) and use hands to finger, handle, feel and reach. The employee is occasionally required to move about (stand, walk). The employee must occasionally lift and/or transport up to 10 pounds. Correctable vision required for close, distance, and color vision capabilities.

The above job description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.