Job Description
Overview:
Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Chicago, IL, GATX Corporation (NYSE:GATX) strives to be recognized as the finest railcar leasing company worldwide. Our competitive advantage is our full-service leasing business model, including a world-class railcar maintenance network. The key to our long-term growth and success is attracting and retaining top talent.
The
HYBRID, Transportation Analyst is responsible for the administration and cost management of railroad freight charges (in relation to applicable railroad tariff rules) incurred via empty movement of GATX’s North American owned railcar fleet. This position will also ensure through account management that GATX remains in good credit standing with each rail carrier to ensure normal operations for empty movement of the owned or managed railcar fleet. Additionally, this position will serve as support to the Utilization-based Leasing Group for analyzing revenue/expense activity associated with GATX’s portfolio of utilization-based leases for the Rail Commercial Group’s assessments to maximize profitability.
Responsibilities:
- Auditing and reconciliation of railroad freight charges on GATX North American railcar fleet for line-haul and switch charges
- Maintaining GATX Credit terms through account management of all open bills paid within terms and resolution of disputed bills removed from GATX’s account
- Completing ad-hoc analysis of utilization lease’s car hire revenue and maintenance expense
- Assisting with preparation of monthly & quarterly management freight expense report for the GATX North American Fleet
Qualifications:
Education & Experience Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
- At least 3-5 years in the transportation industry with a shipper, railroad, or leasing company
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of products (e.g. Power BI/Excel/etc…)
- General understanding of North American rail network and functional interline characteristics of railroad tariffs including switching and, line-haul for freight equipment
- Familiarity with Code of Car Hire Rules and Code of Car Service Rules under AAR Circular OT-10
- Knowledge of SAP
- HYBRID ROLE
GATX embraces diversity, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.