Amber Andresen
Baytown,TX
Summary
Operations-focused logistics leader with 10+ years of experience in NGL transportation, rail logistics, and supply chain coordination. Proven track record of optimizing fleet utilization, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading teams in high-volume, fast-paced environments. Strong ability to align logistics execution with commercial strategy while minimizing cost and operational risk.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Rail Logistics Supervisor
Energy Transfer Partners (dba Crestwood Services LLC)
Houston, TX
03.2021 - Current
- Lead rail logistics operations supporting multiple oil & gas fractionators, ensuring efficient, compliant product movement
- Optimize rail fleet utilization by balancing empty vs. loaded car distribution, reducing transportation costs
- Manage carrier relationships, including freight rate negotiation, service requests, and issue resolution
- Oversee cost center reconciliation and allocation of logistics expenses across business units
- Implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and data accuracy
- Supervise logistics personnel, providing training, guidance, and performance support
- Coordinate regulatory compliance, including FRA requirements and One-Time Movement Approvals (OTMA)
- Resolve transit delays and disruptions, maintaining continuity of supply chain operations
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align supply chain strategies with business objectives.
Senior NGL Scheduler
Crestwood Midstream Partners LP
Kansas City, MO
02.2018 - 03.2021
- Coordinated multi-modal transportation (pipeline, rail, truck) of propane, butane, and natural gasoline
- Managed nominations, scheduling, confirmations, and flow monitoring across receipt and delivery points
- Maintained compliance with contractual obligations and managed Operational Balance Agreements (OBA)
- Collaborated with trading, operations, and shippers to resolve imbalances and optimize flow
- Monitored system constraints and adjusted schedules to prevent capacity or supply disruptions
- Ensured accurate documentation and regulatory compliance (DOT, environmental standards)
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction through diligent scheduling coordination, ensuring all deliverables were met within agreed timeframes.
- Consistently met deadlines by effectively allocating resources, tracking progress, and making necessary adjustments to schedules as needed.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Established and maintained strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, facilitating open communication channels for improved collaboration.
Logistics Coordinator
Crestwood Midstream Partners LP
Kansas City, MO
07.2013 - 02.2018
- Coordinated daily NGL logistics operations across pipeline, rail, and trucking networks
- Scheduled shipments and monitored inventory across terminals and fractionation facilities
- Worked cross-functionally with operations, marketing, and third-party partners to meet demand
- Maintained shipping documentation and ensured compliance with safety and regulatory standards
- Investigated and resolved logistical issues to minimize downtime and service interruptions
- Coordinated logistics operations to optimize supply chain efficiency and reduce delivery times.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in logistics coordination and compliance standards.
- Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
- Trained new employees on logistics procedures, promoting a consistent approach across the team.
Education
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus01-2005
Itawamba Community College
Tupelo, MS01-2000
Hamilton High School
Hamilton, MS01-1991
Skills
- Transportation management
- Budget management
- Logistics management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Accomplishments
- Reduced rail empty freight costs from 200% to 80% of loaded freight by strategic routing and optimizing current fleet
- Lead and collaborated with the Business Optimization team in the implementation of new rail management system
- Successfully created and implemented new standard operating procedures for two positions within the Rail Logistics team.
Certification
- 49 FRA Hazardous Materials Certified
Timeline
Rail Logistics Supervisor
Energy Transfer Partners (dba Crestwood Services LLC)
03.2021 - Current
Senior NGL Scheduler
Crestwood Midstream Partners LP
02.2018 - 03.2021
Logistics Coordinator
Crestwood Midstream Partners LP
07.2013 - 02.2018
Mississippi University For Women
Itawamba Community College
Hamilton High School