Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The purpose of the Network Support Specialist is to support, facilitate, and implement the Network Strategic Plan that supports the Interline, Marketing, Operating and Financial objectives of CPKC. The Specialist will provide insight and expertise in the assessment of growth opportunities, network rationalization including CTA related discontinuances and STB abandonments, line sales, line transfers, and transaction implementation. As required, the Specialist participates and contributes to regulatory inquiries and actions including level of service, FOA, NSV determinations and orders.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Support the development of the 3 year CTA discontinuance and US network abandonment plans

• Work cross-functionally with multiple departments including Marketing, Operations, and Finance to ensure network changes support CPKC

• Support the planning and implementation of railway line retention, sales, leases or discontinuances by liaising with multiple departments regarding financial analyses of operating expenses, future capital requirements, growth opportunities, and land values

• Organize, manage and update documentation for both past and new discontinuances, abandonments, leases, sales and transactions

• Provide key stakeholders feedback and guidance on railway line rationalization activities

• Support and provide guidance to Regional Directors and Manager in the negotiation of line sales, leases and operating arrangements with Class I’s and Short Lines to enhance operating efficiencies

• Support in strategy and internal policy formulation regarding key regulatory developments and requirements regarding Net Salvage value, inquiries, governing regulations and orders

• Develop and monitor reports on Short Line, Regional and Class 1 Railroads to identify trends and opportunities both on an ongoing and adhoc basis

• Support the assessment and implementation of identified business opportunities relating to Interline agreements and network changes

• Provide input to Real Estate regarding land parcels that can be surplused and marketed as a result of network rationalization efforts

  POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Post-secondary degree considered an asset

• 3 years’ related work experience

• Experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain industries considered an asset

• Understanding of North American Rail Network considered an asset

• Railway operations knowledge considered an asset

• Ability to work as part of a large cross functional team

• Exercise leadership in non-authority situations

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail

• Ability to present information in a digestible and clear way

• Strong computer skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders

  WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package

• Competitive company pension plan

• Employee Share Purchase Plan

• Performance Incentive Program

• Annual Fitness Subsidy

• Part-time Studies Program

  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

  Background Investigation:

  The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check

• Reference check

  Management Conductor Program:

  Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

  CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req ID: 102846

• Department: Strategic Planning

• Job Type: Full-Time

• Position Type: Non-Union

• Location: Calgary, Alberta

• Country: Canada

• % of Travel: 0-10%

• of Positions: 1

• Job Grade:

• Job Available to: Internal & External

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