Senior Category Manager, IT, Travel, and Corporate Services- EN

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Job Summary

The Senior Category Manager, Information and Technology (I&T), Travel, and Corporate Services leads the development and execution of innovative category management strategies that deliver sustainable enterprise value and directly support CN’s strategic objectives. The role oversees a cross-functional team managing CN’s Travel program, Corporate Services functions, and a Transformation program for Human Resources (HR) at CN. The incumbent plays a key role in effective collaboration with other business functions and external suppliers to achieve organizational goals. Additionally, the role is accountable for shaping long-term procurement strategies, assessing market impacts, minimizing supplier risks, and aligning category initiatives with business priorities across I&T, Travel, and Corporate Services sub-categories. Moreover, the position contributes to the development and coaching of Category Managers and Procurement Specialists, fostering the growth of high-performing talent and building the next generation of leadership. The incumbent ensures the development and execution of Category Management categories. The role requires collaboration with business units and stakeholders to manage categories from demand planning through to contract execution, administration and renewal.

Main Responsibilities

• Establish Category Management objectives and strategies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) targets, and supplier management strategies
• Build and reinforce governance framework and establish robust processes with HR in supporting their function Transformation and effectively manage their category spend
• Participate in planning and forecasting activities relevant to the category
• Lead the analysis and segmentation of categories considering demand industry practices as well as market changes
• Monitor supplier performance while handling key relationships and escalations
• Establish best in class contract management principles and compliance management practices
• Lead Category Managers, Category Analysts and Contracts Specialists in the development and implementation of Category Management strategies (e.g., sourcing processes, evaluation, negotiation), while measuring and reporting on these activities
• Identify opportunities to gain business and executive commitment through the development and presentation of business cases
• Support the development of skills and execution of talent management plans
• Actively support Sustainable Procurement practices, including all aspects of contractor risk management and indigenous procurement
• Participate in multifunctional initiatives related to CN’s decarbonization strategy
  
  

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The incumbent is eligible to participate in CN’s flexible work policy. The role requires being available on-call to respond to operational emergencies. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The position requires minimal travel (10%) within Canada and the United States.

Requirements Experience

Strategic Procurement and Supply Chain Operations

• Minimum 7 years of experience in strategic procurement and supply chain operations
  
  

oExperience in negotiating complex contracts of large value

oExperience in railroad operations or business function*

oExperience in the I&T and HR*

• Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
  
  

Education/Certification/Designation

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Information Technology, Operations Management, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)*
• Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA)*
• Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset
  
  

Competencies

• Identifies potential safety and security risks
• Demonstrates active listening
• Identifies needs and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholders
• Develops self and others
• Sets direction and inspires others
• Communicates with influence and impact
• Collaborates with others and shares information
• Seeks and values all perspectives
• Innovates
• Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
  
  

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of category management, contracting, and pricing models
• Understanding of CN’s Procurement Policies and Procedures
• Knowledge of rules and regulatory compliance
• Knowledge of Total Cost of Ownership and Net Present Value concepts
• Knowledge of basic commercial aspects of product and service categories
• Strong contracts and legal acumen
• Comfortable with complex provisions and clauses including but not limited to, data ownership, cybersecurity, intellectual property ownership, confidential information, liability, and indemnity
• Knowledge of contractual vehicles such as, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA’s), Early Start Letters, Master Purchase and Services Agreements
• Knowledge of rail transportation and the logistics industry*
• Knowledge of Corporate Services functions
• 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.

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