Senior Procurement Specialist, Information Technology

at  Canadian National Railway

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you are 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 Procurement Specialist, Information Technology is responsible for the development and implementation of the procurement strategy for large complex corporate programs and complex multi-category Information and Technology (I&T) and Operational Technology (OT) projects. The role effectively handles the entire sourcing and contractual lifecycle from strategizing to drafting. Furthermore, the role prepares, reviews and negotiates various technologies commercial and contractual agreements in line with the CN Procurement Policy and standard terms and conditions. The Senior Procurement Specialist will also monitor the delivery of key contracts, capture of financial savings through negotiation of contract terms, conditions and monitoring of supplier performance.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/DESIGNATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Law, a related field, or equivalent work experience

Competencies

• Demonstrates agility and drives change
• Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
• Collaborates with others and shares information
• Sets direction and inspires others
• Communicates with impact
• Demonstrates active listening
• Identifies needs and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholders
• Identifies potential safety and security risks
• Applies critical thinking

TECHNICAL SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong understanding of legal frameworks and concepts
• Fluently bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French)
• Exposure to I&T, software development and open-source industry*
• Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset