Title:  Rail Procurement Manager

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The North American Rail Procurement Manager will proactively source, negotiate and lead the Univar Solutions rail services to achieve operational excellence, superior customer service and maximize cost effectiveness. The Manager will lead discussions about Univar’s rail, vendor relationships, and rail freight contracts in accordance with Univar Solutions standards. 
 

WHAT YOU’LL DO: 

• Manage commercial rail procurement activities, including railcar leasing and rail freight sourcing, pricing, negotiation and contracting. 
• Manage rail freight contract terms and renewals. Provide rate estimates and contracts to meet business’ requirements. 
• Participate in freight auditing and payment processing. 
• Participate in day-to-day railcar interactions with Product Managers, Commercial leaders, railroads procurement teams, and Railroad administrators. 
• Represent Univar’s interest within industry groups /association, i.e. American Assn of Rail Shippers. 
  
 

Problem Solving: 

 
• Participate, develop and analyze most cost-effective solutions to provide the lowest Total Cost to Serve. 
• Evaluate and recommend methods to provide lowest cost to serve. Internal/external audit 
• Compile information requested by internal and external auditors, including financial reports, reconciliations, and support for sample testing 
 
 

Projects / process improvement: 
 

• Product Management 
• New Business development 
 

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:   

• 10+ years’ experience 
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 
• Proficient using PC based packages such as Excel, and PowerPoint 
• Strong working knowledge of the railcar repair network, rules, practices and procedures, including OTMA, DDCT, UMLER and AAR Field Manual. 
• Strong analytical skills and presentation/recommendation skills to review rail operating practices and recommend improvements. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle diverse and significant workload. 
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with all levels within the organization. Must be able to use tact, understanding and initiative problem solving. 
• Prefer thorough knowledge of Railtrac rail management software system, and familiarity with company accounting policies. 
• Good analytical skills and problem-solving ability based on qualitative analysis and real-world experience. 

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! 

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. 

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.