Manager Strategic Sourcing (Operations)

BNSF Railway • Fort Worth, TX

2d • 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. 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 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 possible as determined by business need but typically less than 5%. This position will work primarily with Operations stakeholders to deliver on the Strategic Sourcing Vision and create a lower Total Cost of Ownership structure. The role will also support in the development and execution of supplier management strategies.

Requirements

• Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 2 years of experience in procurement or relevant experience
• Strong leadership skills and effective communication with both internal and external contacts
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Business partnership and relationship skills to collaborate across groups

Nice To Haves

• Railroad and/or Sourcing experience

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supplier, material, purchase, & contract transactions of $250M+ per year
• Administration of contracts, including billing and payment of materials and services
• Interfaces closely with internal stakeholders in Operations, Finance, Sourcing, Law, and BNSF Tech, as well as external suppliers and service providers.
• Identify, implement and execute process improvements
• Development and execution of BNSF strategies in support of $9B Sourcing supplier spend

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: Manager