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Manager, Strategy
1 week ago
Job Summary
The Manager, Strategy is responsible for playing a pivotal role in shaping the long-term direction and success of the organization. The role is accountable for developing, implementing, and monitoring strategic initiatives to drive growth, enhance competitiveness, and maximize value creation. The role requires a combination of analytical prowess, strategic thinking, leadership skills, and business acumen.
Main Responsibilities
Strategic Planning
Conduct a thorough analysis of market trends, the competitive landscape, and internal capabilities to identify strategic opportunities and threats
Collaborate with senior leadership to define strategic priorities and allocate resources effectively
Business Analysis
Analyze industry dynamics, customer behavior, and operational performance to identify key drivers of value creation
Conduct financial modelling, scenario analysis, and risk assessments to evaluate strategic alternatives and inform decision-making
Monitor and evaluate the performance of existing strategies, recommending adjustments as necessary to optimize outcomes
Strategy Implementation
Develop detailed implementation plans, including timelines, milestones, and performance metrics, to execute strategic initiatives successfully
Coordinate cross-functional teams and departments to ensure alignment and collaboration in executing strategic projects
Oversee change management efforts to drive adoption of new strategies and ensure organizational alignment
Performance Monitoring
Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the progress and impact of strategic initiatives
Conduct regular reviews and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of strategies and identify areas for improvement
Prepare and present reports to senior leadership and stakeholders, providing insights into strategic performance and recommendations for adjustments
Stakeholder Engagement
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including executive leadership, management, and cross-functional teams, to foster alignment and support for strategic initiatives
Engage with external stakeholders, such as industry partners, clients, and investors, to gather insights, solicit feedback, and identify collaboration opportunities
Working Conditions
The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The role is eligible to participate in CNs flexible working policy. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress.
Requirements
Experience
Transportation and Logistics
Minimum 7 years of experience in transportation and logistics
o Experience in marketing and sales, operations, human resources, finance or technology
Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
Education/Certification/Designation
Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or equivalent
Master's Degree in Business Administration or another advanced degree
Project Management Professional (PMP) and Lean Six Sigma certification
Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset
Competencies
Applies critical thinking
Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
Demonstrates agility and drives change
Identifies needs and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholders
Collaborates with others and shares information
Sets direction and inspires others
Communicates with impact
Innovates
Technical Skills/Knowledge
Deep knowledge of one or more of CN's core functions, e.g., Transportation, Network Operations, Sales and Marketing, Finance or Information and Technology (I&T)
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams)
Proficient in financial analysis and business valuation
Capability with Tableau or similar analytical visualization tool
Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset
About CN
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.
At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates from underrepresented groups often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. Even if you don't see yourself in every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please reach out to our team at .
As an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.
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