Specialist, Procurement

Canadian National Railway Company; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the transportation sector is seeking a Senior Specialist in Procurement. This role involves developing innovative procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in procurement. Join a team focused on safety and sustainability while making a significant impact on the economy.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of complex contractual terms and conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of procurement strategies.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance.
• Conduct data analytics during sourcing process.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Active Listening

Collaboration

Agility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Law

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Fieldglass

Job description

At CN , everyday brings new and exciting challenges . Y ou can expect a n interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running opti mally and safely ― helping keep the economy on track . W e provide the kind of paid training and opportunit ies 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, safe ty-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 Specialist, Procurement supports the development, analysis and execution of innovative procurement strategies that deliver sustainable enterprise value including achievement of cost reduction targets. The role monitors the delivery of key contracts, capture of financial savings through negotiation of contract terms, conditions and monitoring of supplier performance. In addition, the incumbent works with the Category Manager to analyze and present data during the baseline, strategize and deliver phases of the category management process, and develop sourcing project plan, prepare procurement process documentation and lead the event through to evaluation and final recommendation.

Main Responsibilities

·Interact with internal stakeholders, understand their needs and promote value creation

·Conduct data analytics during different stages of the sourcing process

·Develop the procurement category strategy and supplier market knowledge as it relates to locomotive parts and services

·Build and handle the RFx process to evaluate supplier responses and prepare business cases to submit for management approval

·Negotiate contracts with suppliers (e.g., commercial and legal clauses)

·Lead contracts, supplier relationships and supplier performance

·Collaborate with Buyers to ensure all rates and agreements are appropriately administered in the Purchase to Pay (P2P) process (i.e., System, Applications and Products (SAP), Ariba, Fieldglass)

·Ensure that all internal requirements in terms of compliance to procurement policy are met and addressed

·Participate and support department-wide projects

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular work week from Monday to Friday. The role requires minimal travel (up to 20%) within North America and abroad. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and stress with shifting priorities.

Requirements

Experience

Procurement

·Between 1 to 3 years of experience in a similar role

Education/Certification/Designation

·Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Law, or equivalent

·Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

·Applies critical thinking

·Demonstrates active listening

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

·Communicates with impact

·Collaborates with others and shares information

·Demonstrates agility and drives change

·Sets direction and inspires others

Technical Skills/Knowledge

·Knowledge of complex contractual Terms and Conditions, Statement of Works (SOW), Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), Letter of Intent (LOI) types of agreements

·Knowledge of contractual financial aspects such as Net Present Value (NPV), Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI)

·Ability to drive innovative analysis to understand the market trends, cost drivers, suppliers and best practices

·Strong technical skills related to data tools and presentation of data

·Knowledge of strategic sourcing best practices, P2P and supplier performance principles

·Basic knowledge of incoterms, customs and documentation required for delivery within North America and international imports

·Knowledge of commercial aspects of product and service categories

·Knowledge of rail transportation or logistic industry*

*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 tha n 300 milli on to ns 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.

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