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Specialist Product Manager

Canadian National Railway
Toronto, ON
Management
Posted 10 days ago

Be part of our Information & Technology (I&T) team, a critical piece of the engine that keeps us in motion. From enterprise architecture to operational technology, our teams use the agile methodology to automate and digitize our railroad ensuring our operations run optimally and safely and our employees can focus on value-added tasks. The role owns product roadmaps and works closely with the Business and Information and Technology (I&T) stakeholders to operationalize these roadmaps for initial development and evolution of the product. Main ResponsibilitiesBusiness Partnering· Create trusted relationships between the Business and I&T organization, ensuring a clear communication channel and that product expectations on either side are aligned· Work with the Business to collect and develop the pipeline of product opportunities and innovative ideas· Translate the business needs into features through a formal product roadmap· Collaborate with the product owners in the Business and I&T delivery team to operationalize the development and evolution roadmaps of the product· Maintain intake of projects and enhancements· Support the elaboration of business cases (including the need for change / objective, strategic alignment, benefits, etc.) and promote Business sponsorship· Support the annual budget planning exercise led by Finance· Provide business leaders with insight into innovative technologies that can disrupt or enhance business models and capabilities· Work with Architecture and Delivery Managers to ensure the clarity and accuracy of the product requirementsEvolving Product Management Discipline· Prioritize product development activities to ensure alignment to both the business and technology strategies· Facilitate the definition and tracking of key metrics related to the product (e.g., performance, financials)· Collaborate and coordinate with other Product Managers and stakeholders to avoid duplication and handle dependencies· Coordinate with other stakeholders including Procurement, Security, Architects, and Innovation as required· Participate in industry and railroad committees to align product evolution and drive CN's agenda· Engage with vendors to understand and influence their product evolution based on CN's strategic needs· Ensure agile delivery teams deliver product features based on requirements and release scopeWorking ConditionsThe role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The role requires minimal travel (up to 20%) in accordance with CN policy for meetings within Canada and the United States (U.RequirementsExperienceProduct Management· Between 4-10 years of overall work experience· Minimum 2-3 years of experience in product management or related roleo Demonstrated experience in engaging senior leaders and other stakeholders to support business decisionso Experience in shaping, building, scaling and sustaining productso Experience in diverse roles and increasing responsibilities across Business and I&To Experience in transportation and logistics companies**Any experience for these above would be considered as an assetEducation/Certification/Designation· Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business Administration or an equivalent degree and experience· Master's Degree in Engineering or Administration**Any designation for these above would be considered as an assetCompetencies· Knows the business and stays current on industry needs· Sets direction and inspires others· Communicates with impact· Demonstrates agility and drives change· Applies critical thinking· Collaborates with others and shares information· Identifies needs and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholdersTechnical Skills/Knowledge· In-depth knowledge of product management discipline· Familiarity with the principles of design thinking as well as lean and agile software deliveryAbout CNCN 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 than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. 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 are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. As an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.