Advisor, Workforce Planning & Position Management

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 Advisor, Workforce Planning & Position Management is responsible for overseeing the lifecycle of organizational positions at CN.

Major Responsibilities:

 Position Management

·       Manage the process for creating new positions within the organization, ensuring each position aligns with strategic business goals and operational needs

·       Maintain accurate and up-to-date position data in the HR information system, ensuring consistency and integrity of position records across departments

·       Own, maintain and adjust organization charts in HR information system

·       Ensure position-related data is compliant with internal policies and external regulations

·       Collaborate with Business HR / HR Management & Program Delivery and business leaders to prepare job descriptions for new or changing roles

·       Coordinate with Compensation Delivery for roles that need to be presented at the Job Evaluation Committee and for classification within the Job Architecture framework

 Workforce Planning

·       Collaborate with Business HR and Financial Planning to understand the purpose and needs behind new positions (replacements, additions, restructuring, etc.), and ensure alignment on headcount targets, costs, and forecasts

·       Monitor and document the approval process (including contractual and temporary positions), attending governance sessions as required

·       Ensure that appropriate and accurate reports and dashboards are made available to leaders to view current headcount (active, inactive), targets, and recruitment pipeline by quarter

·       Analyze workforce data, produce trend analysis, and ensure the organizational structure is in line with industry standards

Requirements:

Education / Certification / Experience

 ·       Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

 ·       3+ years of experience in workforce planning, position management, or human resources management.

 o   Proven experience with HRIS systems (e.g., SuccessFactors) and workforce planning tools.

 o   Understanding of organizational design, job evaluation, and position management processes.

 o   Certification in workforce planning (e.g., WCIP), human resources (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR), or related fields*

 o   Communicate effectively in English and in French (written & oral)*

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

Skills / Functional Knowledge:

HR Competencies

 ·       Utilizes Data Insights to inform decision-making and optimize processes.

 ·       Takes a Solution Oriented approach to address challenges and drive effective outcomes.

 ·       Demonstrates strong Project Management skills to plan, execute, and monitor initiatives successfully.

 ·       Leverages Business Acumen to align strategies with organizational goals and ensure business success.

·       Engages in Strategic Planning to set long-term goals and guide the direction of projects and initiatives

HR Knowledge & Expertise

 ·       Follows a Process Driven approach to ensure efficiency, consistency, and quality in all tasks.

Demonstrates a strong Digital Mindset & HR Technology Proficiency to effectively utilize modern tools and systems in HR operations.

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.