Senior Analyst Procurement - Crew Services

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 Specialist, Procurement - Procurement and Supply Management is responsible for leading the development, analysis and execution of innovative procurement strategies that drive sustainable enterprise value and support the achievement of key organizational objectives. The position handles the delivery of supplier contracts, reports financial benefits achieved through contract negotiations, and monitors supplier performance to ensure compliance. In addition, the incumbent works with the Manager, Category to analyze and present data throughout all phases of the category management process, develops sourcing project plans, prepares procurement process documentation, and leads sourcing events through to evaluation and final recommendation. The position specifically manages a vendor base responsible for delivering essential services related to employee transportation and accommodation, requiring close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Moreover, the incumbent is accountable for ensuring adherence to the CN Procurement Policy and obtaining the necessary approvals throughout the procurement process, as required. Main Responsibilities · Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements for development and execution of Category Management sourcing (RFx) strategies · Evaluate proposals, analyzing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and formalizing a final recommendation · Integrate Sustainable Procurement and Supplier Risk Management strategies within the day-to-day procurement processes to uphold CN’s commitment to safety and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance · Oversee supplier contracts and relationships such as monitoring supplier Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), contractual obligations, invoice and payment management, as well as identifying continuous improvement opportunities · Develop, maintain and enhance CN’s approach to the supply market · Create or revise Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP) Purchase Orders (PO) as per business unit requirements · Ensure all commercial terms related to pricing are appropriately administered in the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process · Report cost benefits against the function’s objectives · Coach business unit contract owners to drive performance, optimization, and compliance of contracts · Ensure continuous operations and maintain service resiliency across the CN network · Ensure adherence to CN’s Procurement Policy throughout all stages of the procurement process · Participate and support department-wide initiatives Working Conditions The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday and is eligible to participate in a hybrid working model. The role requires being available on-call to respond to operational emergencies. The role requires minimal travel (up to 10%) within North America. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. Requirements Experience Analysis · Between 4 to 5 years of experience in an Analyst or similar role · Experience in a role supporting railroad operations* · Experience in the hospitality or ground transportation industry* *Any experience for these above would be considered an asset Education/Certification/Designation · Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent Competencies · Considers environmental impacts in every decision and action · Demonstrates active listening · Identifies needs and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholders · Collaborates with others and shares information · Seeks and values all perspectives · Demonstrates agility and drives change · Innovates · Applies critical thinking · Knows the business and stays current on industry needs Technical Skills/Knowledge · Knowledge of contract structure, terms and conditions and supplier performance principles · Knowledge of financial aspects such as Net Present Value (NPV), TCO, Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI) · Ability to drive innovative analyses to understand market drivers, identify emerging trends, and evaluate regulatory changes that could impact the business · Strong technical skills related to data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and presentation of data · Knowledge of category management and strategic sourcing principles · Basic understanding of commercial aspects of product and service categories · Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) · Fluently bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French) · Understanding of railroad operations or transportation industry* · Experience with SAP ECC, SAP Ariba, or similar systems* *Any knowledge for these above would be considered an asset

Location: Montreal, Quebec, CA

Posted Date: 7/2/2025