Manager, Strategy
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Homewood
Posted on: May 7, 2024
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Job Description:
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 SummaryThe Manager, Strategy is
responsible for playing a pivotal role in shaping the long-term
direction and success of the organization. The role is accountable
for developing, implementing, and monitoring strategic initiatives
to drive growth, enhance competitiveness, and maximize value
creation. The role requires a combination of analytical prowess,
strategic thinking, leadership skills, and business acumen.Main
ResponsibilitiesStrategic Planning--- Conduct a thorough analysis
of market trends, the competitive landscape, and internal
capabilities to identify strategic opportunities and threats---
Collaborate with senior leadership to define strategic priorities
and allocate resources effectivelyBusiness Analysis--- Analyze
industry dynamics, customer behavior, and operational performance
to identify key drivers of value creation--- Conduct financial
modelling, scenario analysis, and risk assessments to evaluate
strategic alternatives and inform decision-making--- Monitor and
evaluate the performance of existing strategies, recommending
adjustments as necessary to optimize outcomesStrategy
Implementation--- Develop detailed implementation plans, including
timelines, milestones, and performance metrics, to execute
strategic initiatives successfully--- Coordinate cross-functional
teams and departments to ensure alignment and collaboration in
executing strategic projects--- Oversee change management efforts
to drive adoption of new strategies and ensure organizational
alignmentPerformance Monitoring--- Establish Key Performance
Indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the progress and impact of
strategic initiatives--- Conduct regular reviews and assessments to
evaluate the effectiveness of strategies and identify areas for
improvement--- Prepare and present reports to senior leadership and
stakeholders, providing insights into strategic performance and
recommendations for adjustmentsStakeholder Engagement--- Build
strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including
executive leadership, management, and cross-functional teams, to
foster alignment and support for strategic initiatives--- Engage
with external stakeholders, such as industry partners, clients, and
investors, to gather insights, solicit feedback, and identify
collaboration opportunitiesWorking ConditionsThe role has standard
working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek
from Monday to Friday. The role is eligible to participate in CNs
flexible working policy. Due to the nature of the role, the
incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure,
and stress.RequirementsExperienceTransportation and Logistics---
Minimum 7 years of experience in transportation and logisticso
Experience in marketing and sales, operations, human resources,
finance or technology**Any experience for these above would be
considered as an assetEducation/Certification/Designation---
Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or equivalent--- Master's
Degree in Business Administration or another advanced degree*---
Project Management Professional (PMP) and Lean Six Sigma
certification*Any designation for these above would be considered
as an assetCompetencies--- Applies critical thinking--- Knows the
business and stays current on industry needs--- Demonstrates
agility and drives change--- Identifies needs and finds solutions
to create value for all stakeholders--- Collaborates with others
and shares information--- Sets direction and inspires others---
Communicates with impact--- InnovatesTechnical Skills/Knowledge---
Deep knowledge of one or more of CN's core functions, e.g.,
Transportation, Network Operations, Sales and Marketing, Finance or
Information and Technology (I&T) --- Advanced knowledge of
Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams) ---
Proficient in financial analysis and business valuation*---
Capability with Tableau or similar analytical visualization
tool**Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an
assetAbout 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. 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.CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It
is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates
without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age,
or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential
functions of the job with or without accommodation. Only qualified
candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor
your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made
through email.
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