Job Description

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Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto\'s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.

Our Rapid Transit Commercial Management team is seeking a Senior Advisor, Commercial Management (Rapid Transit) to support the Manager, Commercial Management and the Commercial Management team. The incumbent will conduct analysis to support operational and strategic decisions, provide oversight and coordinate the creation and reporting of key performance indicators and other performance metrics, develop and manage a communication framework including standardized templates, processes intended for all levels of the organization.

Leads the collection and assists with the development and review of communication materials intended for senior management.

What will I be doing?

• Review Contracts and prepare presentations / briefing materials for key terms and conditions on contracts related to Rapid Transit\'s Fleet and Engineering Portfolio.
• Support internal partners and stakeholders with reviewing memos and briefing notes and provide commercial recommendations to the team.
• Conduct financial and contract analysis and develop negotiation mandates based on findings to support planning and decision-making by Commercial Management leadership and Senior Management.
• Prepare written correspondence with Rapid Transit vendors to advise of non-conformance with contractual terms, identify escalation issues, financial reconciliation, and other commercial related items that needs to be formally communicated by the Commercial Management team
• Identify, assess, and recommend solutions for financial and commercial issues that impact Rapid Transit projects and/or contracts.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on commercially related matters, provide updates and recommendations to the team on commercial risks associated with Fleet and Engineering projects.
• Develops commercial management processes and procedures that are based on, and ensure adherence to, those of the overall corporation
• Contributes to the development, measurement and reporting of key performance indicators and other performance metrics
• Analyzes administrative, operational, and/or project-related processes and procedures, and develops and implements streamlined solutions for identified inefficiencies
• Develops and maintains standardized communication processes, tools and templates that is intended for all levels of the organization with the goal of providing a centre of excellence
• Leads the collection and assists with the development and review of communication material that is intended for all levels of the organization
• Provides strategic advice on how to continuously improve departmental and cross functional communication
• Must be able to negotiate and be comfortable working with all levels within the organization
• Prepares, researches, develops and disseminates information (e.g. policy, correspondence, key issues/briefing materials) and communicates ideas related to broad departmental initiatives and topics
• Interacts and/or works with cross-functional teams, advisory committees, boards and stakeholders to progress projects and initiatives, manages distribution of information, provides updates and utilizes influencing skills to achieve desired outcomes
• Manages the development and flow of useful, timely and accurate information between the business unit and a broad range of external stakeholders (e.g. Ministries, business partners, vendors)
• Provides regular updates to Commercial Management team on key performance indicators and other performance metrics , including areas concern and potential improvement
• Ensures that communication and reporting standards are adhered to during the implementation of projects; recommends solutions and improvements to business processes on behalf of management
• Other duties as assigned.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Completion of a degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Law, Finance/Accounting, or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent
• Report development and generation, including charts and graphs, progress reports, and both written and oral presentations to senior management level audiences
• Experience with managing budgets and/or key performance indicators
• Organizational and analytical skil
• Demonstrated years of experience administering commercial contracts, and monitoring contractor compliance and performance against contract terms and conditions
• Strong understanding of contract law and contract administration, including developing terms and conditions, quotations, negotiations, procurement, acquisitions, and dispute resolutions
• A valid driver\'s licence is required to travel to various site locations, public meetings, etc. Must meet and maintain the corporate standard for a good driving record
• Proficiency in MS Office (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access, etc.).
• Strong influencing/negotiating, as well as political acumen capabilities to deal with a variety of stakeholders, agencies and staff, to ensure successful outcomes and achieve goals
• Interpersonal and oral/written/presentation skills

Don\'t Meet Every Requirement?

If you\'re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn\'t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation:

We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email .

Application Process:

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.

For Internal applicants, with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy, the internal recruitment process has changed for non-union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the before submitting your application.

Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

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