Director Strategic Sourcing

BNSF Railway; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Healthcare options

HSA with employer contributions

Life & disability insurance

Family benefits

Travel discounts

Annual bonus

Generous leave

Job summary

BNSF Railway in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking a senior procurement leader to drive strategic sourcing initiatives within SS&S. The role involves leading a team, collaborating with stakeholders, and shaping sourcing strategies to reduce total ownership costs across IT and related spend.

The position supports a hybrid work model with potential remote days, travel up to 10%. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies the role, with annual bonus and strong growth opportunities within a major U.S.

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of analyst/managers to achieve SS&S’s vision of providing safe and reliable services at the lowest total cost while 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.

Skills

Advanced computer technologies

Strong quantitative analysis

Excellent planning and presentation

Relationship building & communications

Ability to work under time pressures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, finance, marketing, engineering, economics, math, MIS, statistics or Technology related field

Job description

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

Job Location: Fort Worth

Other Potential Locations: Fort Worth, TX

Anticipated Start Date: 09/21/2026

Number of Positions: 1

Salary Range: $118,700 - $158,300

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.

At BNSF Railway, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, showcasing their skills, experiences and development. We provide resources and tools to help you reach your full potential, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

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.

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

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.