BNSF Railway Company

Director Strategic Sourcing

BNSF Railway Company$118K — $158K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, finance, marketing, engineering, economics, math, MIS, statistics, or a technology-related field.
  • 6+ years of professional experience in procurement, finance, and/or information technology.
  • Must be eligible to work without BNSF's sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Proficient in advanced computer technologies for creating analytical models.
  • Strong quantitative analysis and planning skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a team towards achieving sourcing strategies and goals.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to forecast and prioritize purchasing needs.
  • Focus on talent growth within the team and Sourcing Department.
  • Develop effective sourcing strategies based on research and analysis.
  • Review and negotiate supplier contracts and service agreements.
  • Manage relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to optimize operations.
  • Provide economic scenario modeling to identify savings opportunities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care options with employer contributions.
  • Outstanding 401(k) plan and Railroad Retirement program.
  • Family benefits including adoption and parental support.
  • Annual bonus potential through an Incentive Compensation Program.
  • Generous leave and time-off policies.
Full Job Description
Job Location: Fort Worth
Other Potential Locations: Fort Worth, TX
Anticipated Start Date: 09/07/2026
Number of Positions: 1
Salary Range: $118,700 - $158,300

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

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 required as needed but expected 10% of the time or less.

In conjunction with the Strategic Sourcing & Supply (SS&S) Mission, this position will participate in creating quantifiable and sustainable cost savings by driving towards a lower Total Cost of Ownership structure for BNSF. Principally this position will lead in developing and executing supplier management strategies to reduce Total Cost of Ownership for the bnsf|tech (Information Technology and Telecommunications).

Key responsibilities may include:

Lead and develop a team of analyst/managers to achieve SS&S's vision of providing safe and reliable services to Team BNSF at the lowest total cost while also helping them achieve their career goals

Collaborate with stakeholders to understand, forecast, prioritize current and upcoming purchasing needs

Focus on growing talent within the team and the Sourcing Department

Ability to get deeply involved in overall enterprise strategy for effectiveness and efficiency

Develop sourcing strategies

Facilitate market research and perform internal data collection and analytics

Develop and complete RFPs and spot buys

Review, edit and negotiate contracts

Establish and monitor service level agreements

Manage relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Develop presentations and facilitate leadership presentations

Participate on cross-functional teams to identify and execute Strategic Sourcing Initiatives for complex commodities and sourcing projects.

Provide recommendations to the Strategic Sourcing & Supply and bnsf|tech leadership teams including opportunities to capture the greatest savings by modeling economic scenarios for areas of spend

Act as an advisor on the selection of suppliers

Daily work is conducted in an indoor office environment.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs.

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position's duties.

Basic Qualifications:
  • 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 in business, supply chain, finance, marketing, engineering, economics, math, MIS, statistics or Technology related field.
  • Minimum of 6 years of professional business experience in the fields of procurement, finance, and/or information technology.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced computer technologies in order to create analytical models
  • Possess strong quantitative analysis skills
  • Excellent planning and presentation skills
  • Strong relationship building and communications skills
  • Ability to work under time and performance pressures


At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:
  • 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.
  • For more information, visit Benefits.

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All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the Hiring Process. Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

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About BNSF Railway Company

BNSF Railway Company is one of the largest freight railroad networks in North America, with 32,500 miles of rail across the western two-thirds of the United States. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. BNSF Railway Company is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and operates as a standalone entity. The company provides transportation services for a wide range of commodities, including consumer goods, coal, industrial products, and agricultural products. BNSF Railway Company has a strong commitment to safety and environmental sustainability, and has invested heavily in technology and infrastructure to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.
Learn more about BNSF Railway Company
Size
42,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1994

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