Manager/Sr. Manager Strategic Sourcing (Corporate Services)

BNSF Railway • Fort Worth, TX

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence. We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world. We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us! Learn more about BNSF and our Benefits. This is a full-time position located in Fort Worth, TX. For certain positions, including this one, employees can work one day per week remotely. Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected. Travel is minimal to zero. The BNSF Railway Finance Department provides innovative strategic solutions and world-class financial services to support BNSF's overall performance. The department is committed to maintaining integrity and recognizing the company's successes, ensuring that BNSF remains a leader in the railway industry. Within the Finance Department, several specialized departments contribute to its overall mission: Controller, Revenue Management, Strategic Sourcing, Tax, Treasury, and Strategic Studies. Each department is vital in managing BNSF's financial health and strategic financial planning. These departments work collaboratively to secure BNSF's economic stability and support its growth and innovation within the railway industry. This role is an individual contributor role. Daily work is conducted in an indoor office environment.

Requirements

• Able to work in the US without company sponsorship now AND in the future.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• At least a minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, finance, or information technology.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in related field.

Responsibilities

• Work with stakeholders to deliver on the Strategic Sourcing Vision and create a lower Total Cost of Ownership structure.
• Play a leadership role in developing and executing supplier management strategies.
• Sourcing of Corporate Services needed by our HR, Finance, Tax, Legal, Communications, Technical Training, and Government Affairs Departments.
• Communication with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Review, edit, and negotiate contracts.
• Development of sourcing strategies.
• Facilitate market research and perform internal data collection and analytics.
• Develop and complete RFPs.
• Establish service level agreements (SLAs).
• Managing relationships with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and business partners.
• Lead supplier performance reviews.
• Manage material requests.
• Manage catalog.
• Actively participate on cross-functional teams to identify and execute Strategic Sourcing Initiatives for complex commodities and sourcing projects.
• Provide recommendations on savings opportunities (by modeling economic scenarios for areas of spend).
• Advise on the selection of suppliers.
• Facilitate market research and internal data collection.
• Analyze supplier technology and supply markets.

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: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees