About this role
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City : Regina
State : Saskatchewan (CA-SK)
Country : Canada (CA)
Requisition Number : 49086
Role Purpose:
The position is responsible for managing railcar programming and the operational execution of all rail services to ensure sales commitments are met while maximizing country and terminal assets. The incumbent manages the Rail Logistics Group’s relationships with country operations and all North American railways to maximize weekly car allocation entitlements and shipping potential.
Main Accountabilities:
1. Rail Operations Planning & Allocation
- Assign work to Logistics Coordinators and ensure all rail activities meet industry timelines
- Manage weekly car allocation and maximize railcar utilization
- Oversee advance booking positions and associated risk portfolio
2. Strategic Rail Carrier Coordination & Negotiation
- Negotiate service requirements with railways to optimize railcar orders
- Coordinate facility accessibility and align transportation strategy with sales demand
- Communicate elevator service requirements and resolve rail service issues
3. Transportation Optimization & Incentive Management
- Manage car incentive programs and maximize unit train opportunities
- Oversee execution and tracking of incentive allocations
- Ensure efficient use of rail capacity to improve overall logistics performance
4. Financial Planning & Budget Management
- Develop and manage annual budgets for Rail Operations
- Support broader Rail Logistics Group budgeting processes
- Ensure alignment between operational plans and financial targets
5. Performance Monitoring, Reporting & Analytics
- Track shipping statistics (volumes, utilization, service levels)
- Prepare reports for merchandisers and operations on facility performance
- Provide monthly reporting and insights to support continuous improvement
Education & Experience:
- Post secondary education is an asset.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience that result in the required level of knowledge skill and competence will be considered. Minimum of five (5) years experience in grain transportation and inventory management. Equivalent combinations of education and appropriately related experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the grain industry, including rail logistics, transportation requirements, and supply chain processes to support efficient commodity movement and service delivery.
- Working knowledge of grain marketing (Board and Non-Board commodities) and country elevator operations, enabling alignment of transportation planning with sales commitments and operational capacity.
- Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, mitigate risks, and ensure timely execution of logistics activities.
- Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with railways and external stakeholders, including demonstrated skills in negotiation, collaboration, and conflict resolution.
- Excellent oral, written, and listening communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively to internal teams and external partners.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make timely decisions in a fast-paced, operational environment.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel), as well as experience using database and reporting systems within a Windows-based environment to analyze data and support decision-making.
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At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.
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