Manager, Strategy
Company: Canadian National Railway
Location: Homewood
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can
expect an interesting environment where youre part of making sure
our business is running optimally and safelyhelping 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 SummaryThe 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
ResponsibilitiesStrategic 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 effectivelyBusiness 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 outcomesStrategy 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 alignmentPerformance 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
adjustmentsStakeholder 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 opportunitiesWorking
ConditionsThe 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.RequirementsExperienceTransportation and Logistics Minimum 7
years of experience in transportation and logisticso Experience in
marketing and sales, operations, human resources, finance or
technology**Any experience for these above would be considered as
an assetEducation/Certification/Designation Bachelors Degree in
Business Management or equivalent Masters 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 assetCompetencies 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 InnovatesTechnical Skills/Knowledge
Deep knowledge of one or more of CNs 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 assetAbout
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 Canadas 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.CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It
is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates
without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age,
or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential
functions of the job with or without accommodation. Only qualified
candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor
your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made
through email.by Jobble
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