Senior Manager, Strategy

3 days ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada CN Full time

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you're part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us

Job Summary

The Senior Manager, Strategy is responsible for driving and overseeing the execution of specific strategic initiatives within CN, as directed by the Chief Strategic Officer (CSO) in collaboration with other senior leadership. The role is part of the Strategy team and interacts across functions at CN, including Operations, Sales and Marketing, Corporate Services, Finance, Human Resources (HR), Sustainability, and Investor Relations. The position is accountable for driving measurable value delivery on specific strategic initiatives.

Main Responsibilities

· Run the execution of a specific portfolio of strategic initiatives

· Articulate the set of available strategic options

· Define the business value

· Oversee the key deliverables, including financial models, communication of recommendations, and execution plans

· Lead across functions by identifying and aligning Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from across the business to execute on an initiative

· Oversee the scope of work and the management of external service vendors as required

· Deliver value in partnership with the business

Working Conditions

The role is performed in a standard office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday and is eligible to participate in CN's Flexible Working policy. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The role requires minimal travel (up to 15%) within Canada and the United States (U.S.).

Requirements Experience

Transportation and Logistics

· Minimum 10 years of experience in Transportation and Logistics

· Minimum 4 years of experience in a consulting firm

o Experience in Marketing and Sales, Operations, Finance, Strategy or Technology*

Education/Certification/Designation

· Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or equivalent

· Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA) or other advanced Degree*

· Additional certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean Six Sigma

Competencies

· Demonstrates agility and drives change

· Identifies needs and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholders

· Applies critical thinking

· Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

· Communicates with impact

· Sets direction and inspires others

· Collaborates with others and shares information

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 and associated applications

· Proficient in financial analysis and business valuation

· Familiarity with Tableau or similar analytical visualization tool

· Fluently bilingual, both verbal and written (English, French)*

*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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