Senior Manager, Strategy

CN360; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company in Montreal seeks a Senior Manager, Strategy to oversee key strategic initiatives. The role includes driving execution, defining business values, and managing collaborations across various functions. Candidates must have 7-8 years of relevant experience, ideally from a consulting background, and should be bilingual in English and French. This role offers a standard office environment with flexible working options.

Benefits

Flexible working policy

Equal opportunity employer

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 - 8 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 4 - 5 years in a consulting firm with strategy exposure.
• Experience or interest in Transportation and Logistics is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of specific strategic initiatives.
• Define business value and oversee key deliverables.
• Manage external service vendors and collaborations.

Skills

Agility

Critical thinking

Bilingual (English, French)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management

Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Tableau

Job description

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

• Minimum 7 - 8 years of relevant experience
• Minimum 4 -5 years of progressive experience in a consulting firm, ideally with exposure to strategy and operations
• Experience and / or interest in Transportation and Logistics*

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

• 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 premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. 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. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

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 often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet 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 get in touch with our team at [e-mail].

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