Job Description
The incumbent is a subject matter expert responsible for the day-to-day execution, optimization, and governance of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and asset monetization processes across CN's network. Operating within CN's Procurement and Supply Management (PandSM) framework, the role translates category and investment recovery strategies into operational workflows, supports secondary market asset sales, including scrap rail, scrap metal, and decommissioned capital assets, manages key operational vendor and buyer relationships, and performs complex transactional and spend analyses. The incumbent serves as an operational escalation point, supports cross-functional process improvements, and provides mentorship and functional guidance to junior team members.
Operational Execution and Category Alignment
Drive day-to-day execution of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, catalog enablement, and system workflows across CN's network
Partner with Category Managers to translate category strategies, contracts, and supplier structures into streamlined operational purchasing execution
Resolve complex operational purchasing queries and system exceptions in a timely manner
Asset Monetization and Investment Recovery Execution
Lead operational execution for asset monetization initiatives, including surplus inventory disposition, scrap metal and rail sales, and retired capital equipment sales across network regions
Coordinate valuation, listing, bidding, and contract execution with external auction houses, liquidators, and secondary market buyers
Track and report on asset monetization revenues, cost avoidance, and cycle times for executive leadership
Process Optimization and Governance
Identify process bottlenecks and support automation and continuous improvement initiatives across business units
Ensure operational procurement and asset disposition activities strictly adhere to internal financial controls, SOX requirements, governance frameworks, and CN procurement policies
Assist in updating and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) for operational procurement and surplus asset administration
Operational Sourcing and Contract Execution
Lead negotiations and execution for operational contracts, commercial agreements, asset disposition contracts, and transactional spot purchases within designated signing authority
Coordinate contract lifecycle activities, ensuring supplier and buyer compliance with agreed terms, pricing, and service levels
Assist in resolving operational supplier and buyer contract disputes
Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Support
Act as a key operational liaison between Procurement, Capital Asset Management, Accounts Payable, Finance, Technology, and internal business partners
Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve purchase order and invoice discrepancies, supply blockages, asset transfer friction, and system integration issues
Build strong working relationships with internal requestors and plant and field operations managers to support surplus identification and operational purchasing needs
Supplier and Buyer Performance Monitoring
Conduct root cause analysis on compliance failures, vendor and buyer performance issues, or process disruptions, proposing actionable corrective measures
Support supplier and buyer operational reviews for assigned procurement categories and recovery streams
Data Analytics and Reporting
Conduct detailed spend, transactional, revenue recovery, and compliance analyses to identify buying leakage, catalog utilization, and asset recovery potential
Utilize eProcurement and business intelligence tools to generate insights and operational dashboards that support procurement leadership decision-making
Mentorship and Functional Guidance
Provide technical guidance, coaching, and peer support to Procurement Specialists on purchasing and asset disposition procedures
Help onboard new team members and promote best practices in system usage, procurement compliance, and customer service
Responsibilities Weight (%) for Job Evaluation
Operational Execution and Category Alignment - 30%
Asset Monetization and Investment Recovery Execution - 20%
Process Optimization and Governance - 10%
Operational Sourcing and Contract Execution - 15%
Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Support - 10%
Supplier and Buyer Performance Monitoring - 5%
Data Analytics and Reporting - 5%
Mentorship and Functional Guidance - 5%
The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday and is eligible to participate in CN's hybrid work model. The role may require travel up to 10% within North America and must manage multiple priorities and tight operational deadlines.
ProcurementMinimum 4 years of progressive operational procurement, strategic sourcing, asset recovery and monetization, or supply chain experience within a complex enterprise environmentProven track record in P2P execution, surplus asset disposition, contract administration, and transactional problem-solvingExperience participating in process improvement, digital transformation, or investment recovery projects*Candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered* Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Operations ManagementCandidates with equivalent practical experience, education, or training will be considered
Deep operational understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycles, asset recovery workflows, governance, and SOX complianceWorking knowledge of secondary industrial material markets, scrap metal valuation, and asset disposition channelsAdvanced hands-on proficiency with enterprise systems, specifically SAP, Ariba, and FieldglassStrong skills in spend data analysis, Excel, operational sourcing, and contract administrationExcellent communication, organization, and stakeholder service skillsBilingualism in English and French** Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)
Senior Specialist Procurement Operations-CA
Req Id:
955
Job Location:
Montreal - QC
Business Unit:
Finance
Highest Level Division:
Procurement & Supply Management
Posting Start Date:
9/29/26
Posting End Date:
10-13-26
French/English Bilingual Requirement:
No
Hiring Salary Range: $ 89900 - 118000
This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus, employee share investment program (ESIP), Pension, Benefits and other perks.
At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard, continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible railroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first, acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for our actions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity and collaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for our customers.
Join us today and get your career moving!
Job Summary
The incumbent is a subject matter expert responsible for the day-to-day execution, optimization, and governance of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and asset monetization processes across CN's network. Operating within CN's Procurement and Supply Management (PandSM) framework, the role translates category and investment recovery strategies into operational workflows, supports secondary market asset sales, including scrap rail, scrap metal, and decommissioned capital assets, manages key operational vendor and buyer relationships, and performs complex transactional and spend analyses. The incumbent serves as an operational escalation point, supports cross-functional process improvements, and provides mentorship and functional guidance to junior team members.
Main Responsibilities
Operational Execution and Category Alignment
Drive day-to-day execution of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, catalog enablement, and system workflows across CN's network
Partner with Category Managers to translate category strategies, contracts, and supplier structures into streamlined operational purchasing execution
Resolve complex operational purchasing queries and system exceptions in a timely manner
Asset Monetization and Investment Recovery Execution
Lead operational execution for asset monetization initiatives, including surplus inventory disposition, scrap metal and rail sales, and retired capital equipment sales across network regions
Coordinate valuation, listing, bidding, and contract execution with external auction houses, liquidators, and secondary market buyers
Track and report on asset monetization revenues, cost avoidance, and cycle times for executive leadership
Process Optimization and Governance
Identify process bottlenecks and support automation and continuous improvement initiatives across business units
Ensure operational procurement and asset disposition activities strictly adhere to internal financial controls, SOX requirements, governance frameworks, and CN procurement policies
Assist in updating and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) for operational procurement and surplus asset administration
Operational Sourcing and Contract Execution
Lead negotiations and execution for operational contracts, commercial agreements, asset disposition contracts, and transactional spot purchases within designated signing authority
Coordinate contract lifecycle activities, ensuring supplier and buyer compliance with agreed terms, pricing, and service levels
Assist in resolving operational supplier and buyer contract disputes
Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Support
Act as a key operational liaison between Procurement, Capital Asset Management, Accounts Payable, Finance, Technology, and internal business partners
Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve purchase order and invoice discrepancies, supply blockages, asset transfer friction, and system integration issues
Build strong working relationships with internal requestors and plant and field operations managers to support surplus identification and operational purchasing needs
Supplier and Buyer Performance Monitoring
Conduct root cause analysis on compliance failures, vendor and buyer performance issues, or process disruptions, proposing actionable corrective measures
Support supplier and buyer operational reviews for assigned procurement categories and recovery streams
Data Analytics and Reporting
Conduct detailed spend, transactional, revenue recovery, and compliance analyses to identify buying leakage, catalog utilization, and asset recovery potential
Utilize eProcurement and business intelligence tools to generate insights and operational dashboards that support procurement leadership decision-making
Mentorship and Functional Guidance
Provide technical guidance, coaching, and peer support to Procurement Specialists on purchasing and asset disposition procedures
Help onboard new team members and promote best practices in system usage, procurement compliance, and customer service
Responsibilities Weight (%) for Job Evaluation
Operational Execution and Category Alignment - 30%
Asset Monetization and Investment Recovery Execution - 20%
Process Optimization and Governance - 10%
Operational Sourcing and Contract Execution - 15%
Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Support - 10%
Supplier and Buyer Performance Monitoring - 5%
Data Analytics and Reporting - 5%
Mentorship and Functional Guidance - 5%
Working Conditions
The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday and is eligible to participate in CN's hybrid work model. The role may require travel up to 10% within North America and must manage multiple priorities and tight operational deadlines.
Experience
ProcurementMinimum 4 years of progressive operational procurement, strategic sourcing, asset recovery and monetization, or supply chain experience within a complex enterprise environmentProven track record in P2P execution, surplus asset disposition, contract administration, and transactional problem-solvingExperience participating in process improvement, digital transformation, or investment recovery projects*Candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered* Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)
Education/Certification/Designation
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Operations ManagementCandidates with equivalent practical experience, education, or training will be considered
Competencies
- We Care About Each Other
- We Strive for Excellence
- We Succeed Together
- We Lead Responsibly
- Compliance
- Business acumen
- Process optimization
- High
- Negotiation
Technical Skills/Knowledge
Deep operational understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycles, asset recovery workflows, governance, and SOX complianceWorking knowledge of secondary industrial material markets, scrap metal valuation, and asset disposition channelsAdvanced hands-on proficiency with enterprise systems, specifically SAP, Ariba, and FieldglassStrong skills in spend data analysis, Excel, operational sourcing, and contract administrationExcellent communication, organization, and stakeholder service skillsBilingualism in English and French** Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)
Additional Information (If Any)
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.
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