Director Transportation

BNSF Railway • Fort Worth, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The BNSF Railway's Transportation Department plays a crucial role in ensuring the timely and safe movement of goods across one of North America's largest freight rail transportation networks. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, coordinating and overseeing the complex logistics of rail transportation. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to safety, leadership, problem-solving skills, and a dedication to enhancing the efficiency and reliability of our transportation services. They would have successfully led large-scale railroad or transportation operations, brings deep experience managing frontline leaders, and is equally comfortable in the field and in data-driven discussions with senior executives. This position will work with the Continuous Improvement Team in support of the Transportation Department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Minimum 7 years of railroad or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years leading operating front-line supervisors preferred
• Does not require BNSF’s assistance, now or in the future, (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) to obtain, maintain, or extend employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
• Able and willing to relocate anywhere on the BNSF Railway operating system (western 28 states) upon hire, career progression, and/or business needs. If you have any location restrictions, please answer "No."
• Capable of visually distinguishing among red, blue, green, yellow and lunar (clear light) colors & able to see at night AND I am able to hear and, with training, distinguish auditory signals.
• Strong understanding of key operational metrics and railroad terminal processes
• Advanced proficiency with Excel, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, and related measurement/analytics tools
• Proven ability to quickly analyze and synthesize complex data from multiple sources
• Strong critical thinking, analytical problem-solving, and project management skills
• Excellent communication skills, including presenting to all levels, translating technical topics for non-technical audiences, collaborating with business process experts, and training others in best practices
• Self-starter able to work effectively in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to organize and lead teams and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously

Nice To Haves

• Travel up to 75%.

Responsibilities

• Support Merchandise Terminal processes and operational execution while serving as a performance/process resource for planning, technology, merchandise tools, terminal processing tools, and operations.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts by engaging terminal leaders, facilitating cross-functional workshops and problem-solving, participating in performance reviews, and driving local and network process improvements.
• Develop, enhance, and maintain operational process documents and best practices, including the Issue Resolution Process, to ensure consistent understanding of terminal expectations and sustainable improvements.
• Train, mentor, and communicate with field personnel and front-line leaders on new tools, enhancements, and CI methodologies, including facilitating FLS training modules.
• Lead and support cross-departmental projects, performing operational and data analysis to identify root causes, enhance transportation tools, and simultaneously manage multiple initiatives through to completion.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Corporate Measures, Service Design, bnsf | tech, division operations and NOC leadership, and the Continuous Improvement Team to align with key performance indicators and present recommendations to all levels of management.

Benefits

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
• Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
• Generous leave / time off policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees