Senior Procurement Specialist, Information Technology

4 weeks ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada Disability Solutions Full time
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Job Summary

The Senior Procurement Specialist, Information Technology is responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies for large corporate programs and complex IT projects.

Main Responsibilities

Contract Negotiations

Lead negotiations with vendors for CN corporate strategic programs and operational technology projects

Drive contract execution, including drafting and redlining contracts, and liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Negotiate specific elements, such as data ownership and intellectual property rights

Ensure contractual protections are in place to protect CN's interests and mitigate project risks

Sourcing

Propose and execute procurement strategies to secure optimal solutions for the business

Develop strong relationships with stakeholders to handle spend and the supply base for assigned categories

Act as a procurement SME, consulting with the business on procurement strategies and best practices

Contract Lifecycle Management

Handle the contract management lifecycle process and day-to-day contract administration

Use tools effectively in processes and methodologies linked to contract management

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular work week from Monday to Friday, with the option to work remotely two days a week.

Requirements

Experience

Minimum 4-5 years relevant work experience in contracts, sourcing, and supplier management

Education/Certification/Designation

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Law, or equivalent work experience

Competencies

Demonstrates agility and drives change

Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

Collaborates with others and shares information

Sets direction and inspires others

Communicates with impact

Demonstrates active listening

Identifies needs and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholders

Identifies potential safety and security risks

Applies critical thinking

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Strong understanding of legal frameworks and concepts

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

Exposure to I&T, software development, and open-source industry

About CN
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler, committed to social responsibility and environmental stewardship. We work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability, and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

CN requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof as a condition of employment.

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