Manager, Operating Technology and Yard Optimization

Job title: Manager, Operating Technology and Yard Optimization

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 Summary

The Manager, Operating Technology and Yard Optimization is responsible for designing and implementing terminal yard layouts as well as project management of operating technology installation onto terminal equipment. As part of CN’s Smart Terminal program within Multimodal Innovation and Optimization team, the incumbent plays a key role in enabling technology transformation and designing multiple terminals over an extended period of time. The position collaborates cross-functionally with numerous Business Units including Operations, Customer Service, I&T, and Engineering in order to design optimal solutions. Specific tasks include project managing the workstream, designing and implementing inventory storage locations and traffic flows. Main Responsibilities Design and Implement Smart Terminal Layouts

• Conduct stakeholder interviews to understand business goals, priorities and current operational challenges at the terminal
• Gather pertinent data and perform analysis to draw insights on current state material flow, volume, throughput and other constraints
• Identify the physical infrastructure changes required to support the implementation of technology and recommendations for terminal design change
• Design and recommend inventory locations and traffic flow within terminals from a process perspective
• Ensure designs follow optimization principles and maximize capacity, throughput, and productivity
• Partner with IM Planning and Development team to finalize infrastructure requirements to facilitate the tender process and implementation activities
• Develop training material for the new terminal design and ensure adoption by all stakeholders
• Collaborate with Operations team to implement optimized yard design
• Ensure optimized yard designs are accurate and updated in all relevant systems (e.g. SmartMap and the new Terminal Operating System)
• Work with cross-functional Smart Terminal program team in delivery of final Smart Terminal solutions
• Follow change management principles and adhere to Smart Terminal program timelines and budgets

Operating Technology Project Management

• Drive workstream project plans
• Support the development and adherence to business cases
• Develop installation schedules and timelines and ensure alignment with yard design principles
• Facilitate testing pertaining to Operating Technology installations
• Develop an action plan and account for all tasks related to go-live readiness
• Assist in procuring telematics equipment for multiple terminals

Work Cross-Functionally with Stakeholders

• Ensure stakeholders are aligned with yard design and implementation timeline
• Participate in regular meetings to discuss project status
• Carry out presentations with Smart Terminal team

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The role requires occasional travel to various North American terminals (up to 25%). Requirements Experience

Terminal/Yard Design and Flow Management

• Between 5 to 10 years of experience in designing and implementing yard management flows

• Experience in supply chain, operations or transportation
• Experience in performing data analysis and conducting time studies
• Experience in developing and recommending future design concepts
• Experience designing traffic and material flows
• Experience in project management
• Experience working in a unionized environment
• Experience with Engineering design systems (e.g. AutoCAD)*
• Experience in technology transformation programs*
• Experience in Lean design principles*

*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset Education/Certification/Designation

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent
• Master’s Degree in a related field*
• Project Management Certification (PMP)*

*Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset Competencies

• Shares timely information within and across functions to get things done effectively
• Collaborates with key internal stakeholders to enable higher productivity
• Builds and maintains an internal network to support a better overall work experience
• Fosters diverse representation, and diversity of thought and experience as a strategic advantage
• Applies analytical thinking to make recommendations that pursue sustainable performance
• Continuously innovates to create value, without compromising on safety and quality
• Influences by translating expertise into practical business outcomes
• Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)*

*Any skills/attributes for these above would be considered as an asset Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Solid understanding of plant layout and traffic flow design
• Good understanding of project management principles
• Knowledge of design software (e.g. AutoCAD)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Google forms*
• Knowledge of Lean design principles*

*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset About CN

CN 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 employment equity employer and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.

Company: Canadian National Railway

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Location: Brampton, ON

Job date: Wed, 19 May 2021 22:15:22 GMT