Manager/ Sr. Manager Strategic Sourcing (Operations)

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!

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Job Location: Fort Worth
Other Potential Locations: Fort Worth, TX 
Anticipated Start Date: 07/01/2026
Number of Positions: 1 
Salary Range: $92,000 - $130,000

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 5% of the time or less..

Salary Range

• 3+ years of experience: $92,000 - $115,000
• 4+ years of experience: $107,000 -$130,000

These ranges reflect what BNSF Railway reasonably expects to pay for this position, based on the level of the role, scope, and responsibilities. Final compensation and position level will be determined by factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay and bonus eligibility, BNSF offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Key responsibilities may include: 

This position is part of a team responsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement activities supporting BNSF's Operations departments. 

Key focus areas include supplier development, contract and purchase order negotiations, supplier and stakeholder relationship management, catalog management, supplier quality, and total cost of ownership optimization. 

Set strategic vision and partner with the Operations departments on future projects and commercial agreements, managing existing commercial agreements, and assisting the field locations and maintenance providers on optimizing service provider performance in support of Operations departments' goals.

Lead cross-functional teams in the identification and execution of Strategic Sourcing requirements, strategies, and process improvements, as well as support of internal stakeholders, specifically BNSF’s Transportation and Engineering departments. 

Procurement of railroad signal materials and setting strategy supporting the procurement plan for the BNSF signal team are key responsibilities of this position.

In addition, this position will be responsible for the strategy, procurement, and management of propane delivery services for the BNSF network, which supports the transportation and signal teams within the operations group.  Understanding stakeholder requirements and translating those into impactful actions and process improvements will be very important to success in this role.

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