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Exceldor Cooperative is looking for two Project Officers – R&D and Innovation to support the operations of its Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville plant. Part of the Quality, R&D, and Animal Welfare department, they will respond directly to the Director of R&D and Innovation. The main mandate of the R&D and Innovation Project Officers will be to independently manage research and development projects related to the design of new products, the improvement of existing products, and the optimization of product processes to meet the needs of internal and external clients.More specifically, the incumbents:Actively contribute to Exceldor’s growth by generating volume, margin and cost savings;Organize, lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams according to the company’s priorities;Ensure the management and follow-up of the projects entrusted to them;Liaise with the various departments involved in product development and other projects to deliver expected results (product, costs, earnings, etc.), within the expected timeframe;Ensure that updates on projects are communicated to the various stakeholders;Develop new product formulation based on business strategy;Ensure that product specifications are viable and meet the expressed need of the internal/external client, that cost and profitability meet the target and that timelines are respected;Conduct laboratory testing, coordinate and conduct production testing;Solve product development problems;Analyze results, write technical reports and make recommendations;Lead the organization and functioning of the internal sensory evaluation panel;Research external resources (suppliers, research centres, etc.) and meet with them to evaluate the recommendation of new ingredient suppliers and concepts. Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Technology, Food Engineering or any other relevant field;A minimum of 5 years of experience in agri-food product development, including experience in project management;A relevant experience in the field of meats and/or in the development of overprocessed poultry products is considered an important asset;Excellent knowledge of CFIA processes, ingredients, legislation and standards (labelling, recipe formulation, meat cut nomenclature, etc.);In-depth knowledge of the best practices in food product development;Knowledge of research and development grant and tax credit programs;Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint);Basic knowledge of nutrition and the culinary arts;Bilingualism in French and English is essential for this position.

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 SummaryAs a Sr. Financial Planner overseeing many of CN’s digital/transformational projects and budgets, our role is to work with CN’s leadership and technical project teams as a trusted business advisor.Major Responsibilities:·        Assist with the preparation of Board and Program Steering Committee presentations·        Provide the Chief Information & Technology Officer & Assistant Vice-Presidents I&T, and I&T Directions, and their leadership teams with guidance and advice on their operational and capital expenditures, trends and metrics.·        Identify gaps and provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities, and provide a full range of financial solutions.·        Ensure dashboards (KPI’s) are dynamic, appropriate and that management actions results from analysis through translating management information into recommendations.·        Actively pursue opportunities to deliver cost savings and efficiency gains.·        Assist Taxation and consultants from Deloitte in establishing Transfer-Pricing Model for affected projects, and collecting relevant data.·        Assist consultants from KPMG in determining whether projects are eligible for R&D Tax Credits.·        Provide complete end-to-end financial support, from producing business cases collaboratively with the business and to producing the Approval For Expenditure (AFE) with all stakeholders.·        Create budgets and forecasts for capital projects/initiatives ensuring,·        Ensure that effective controls and good governance are in place and apply CN’s best practices (compliant with SOX and GAAP, AOB, PO, etc.)Skills / Functional Knowledge:·        Business acumen:·        Provide strategic business advice and demonstrate strategic thinking and analytical abilities.·        Ability to make decisions and comfortably present/explain the rationale.·        Strong leadership skills: Ability to influence, inspire others, collaborate (inter-relationships), and foster innovation. Highly driven and self-motivated.·        Project Experience: Experience in project environment with the ability to identify risk and propose mitigation avenues combined with excellent planning and change management skills.Education / Certification / Experience:·        CPA or Finance designation combined with Information Technology or relevant discipline.·        Experience with system/software development and project management.·        5 to 7 years in progressively responsible financial leadership or operational roles.This position is posted as a grade 7. For internal candidates, note that the grade level of the position may adjust based on the employee's experience.About CNAs a leading North American transportation and logistics company, CN is a true backbone of the economy. With a team of approximately 25,000 railroaders, our focus is on moving both our company and the economy forward. We transport US$200 billion worth of goods annually for a wide range of business sectors from resource to manufactured products to consumer goods, across a 20,000-mile network spanning Canada and mid-America. CN is the only Canadian company listed in the Transportation and Transportation Infrastructure sector of the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI). Launched in 1999, the DJSI World represents the gold standard for corporate sustainability. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.