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Job Summary

The Senior Procurement Analyst is responsible for supporting the development, analysis and execution of innovative procurement strategies that deliver sustainable enterprise value including achievement of cost reduction targets for Intermodal Terminal services, Transportation services and Automotive. The incumbent monitors the delivery of key contracts, capture of financial savings through negotiation of contract terms, conditions and monitoring of supplier performance. In addition, the role works with Manager, Category 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 handle 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 terminal services, automotive and transportation services

Build and handle the Request for extension (RFx) process, 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

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular work week from Monday to Friday. The role is eligible to participate in CN's hybrid work policy. The role requires minimal travel (up to 20%) within North America.

Requirements
Experience

Procurement Analysis

Between 4 to 5 years experience in a similar role

Education/Certification/Designation

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

Competencies

Demonstrates active listening

Sets direction and inspires others

Communicates with impact

Collaborates with others and shares information

Applies critical thinking

Demonstrates agility and drives change

Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Extensive knowledge and ability to understand complex contractual Terms and Conditions, Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Consulting Service Agreements (CSAs), or Statement of Works (SOW)

Extensive knowledge of contractual financial aspects such as Net Present Value (NPV), Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), Consumer Price Index (CPI)/ Producer Price Index (PPI)

Knowledge of strategic sourcing best practices

Knowledge of Peer-to-Peer (P2P)

Knowledge of supplier performance principles

Knowledge of commercial aspects of product and service categories

Knowledge of rail transportation or logistic industry

Any knowledge for these 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 an 18,800-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 reach out to our team at .

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