Business Analyst


POSITION SUMMARY 

The Business Analyst plays a key role in delivering business intelligence to internal and external users. The position supports decision-making and creates awareness of the organization’s competitive position by working closely with other functions to develop, design and produce reports related to the business environment, cargo volumes, market share, supply chain performance and other aspects of gateway competitiveness across all lines of business.  

The Business Analyst is required to undertake research collaboratively with both internal and external parties to support the development of proactive, credible and actionable insights, options and recommendations to management and supply chain partners.   

MAJOR POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES 

  • Monitors and reports changes in the macroeconomic and business environment that have the potential to create business opportunities or risks for the organization, its terminals as well as its supply chain partners.
  • Performs market research and analytical support in identifying new cargo opportunities.
  • Assists with the investigation of changes to trade patterns, industry dynamics and supply chain configurations that could impact existing and potential terminal operators and service providers.
  • Coordinates the research and preparation of a collaboratively developed, multi-case cargo volume forecast for the Port, informed by input from supply chain partners and internal users.
  • Performs research and analysis activities in support of strategic planning process and the development of the Port’s 5-year Business Plan, including review of the business environment, opportunity identification and assessment, development of SWOT analysis, volumes forecasting, and tracking of progress towards reaching the organizational goals and objectives.
  • Assesses business competitiveness by measuring, monitoring and benchmarking gateway performance and market share against competing ports, terminals and services providers at other gateways.
  • Coordinates the timely and accurate fulfilment of decision support reporting along with data and statistics reporting enquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
  • In conjunction with IT, enhances reporting for all PRPA departments requiring business intelligence with respect to port volumes, markets, shippers and cargo performance.
  • Represents the Port at various meetings, conferences, seminars and other functions as prioritized and in consultation with the Director, Business Development, and provides Port management with a record of the proceedings. Builds and fosters effective working relationships with key external agencies such as Transport Canada.

WORKING CONDITIONS 

  • Works predominantly in an office environment.
  • Regular, full-time position (37.5 hours per week).
  • Regular working hours are Mondays to Fridays, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with 1-hour unpaid lunch break.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS 

Formal Education 

Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Logistics and Transportation, or Economics.  

Related Experience 

2 to 3 years related experience. 

Other Requirements 

  • Strong ability to organize and present data in support of decision making
  • Strong spoken and written communication skills
  • Strong statistical and empirical analytical skills
  • Strong problem solving and organizational skills
  • Experience with technical report writing and requirements analysis, business process modelling/mapping, methodology development, and data modeling.
  • Ability to understand the uses, needs and data requirements of an existing or new report and work collaboratively with IT to develop improved products.
  • Proficient in MS Office, especially Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; some exposure to MS Project
  • Knowledge of the transportation and logistics industry is an asset
  • Demonstrated ability to learn new skills and acquire industry knowledge
  • Good consultation and facilitation skills
  • Superior judgment and tact in dealing with sensitive issues and confidential information
  • Good relationship building skills. Comfortable working with stakeholders from multiple disciplines and across multiple product lines
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and to effectively handle changing priorities
  • Enthusiastic and self-motivated. Works well individually as well as in a team environment.
  • Creative and intuitive thinker.
  • Demonstrates commitment to the Port’s Vision.
  • Resilient. Embraces change and thrives on change.
  • Thrives in high-paced entrepreneurial environment.
  • Able to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 with a vaccine approved by Health Canada.
  • Able to obtain security clearance under Transport Canada’s Security Clearance Program.
  • Possess valid Class 5 Driver License

The starting base salary range for this role is $83,418 – $97,320

Interested candidates are requested to email their application to careers@rupertport.com.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging are at the heart of PRPA’s culture and play a vital role in our growth strategy. We are committed to ensuring that everyone feels a sense of belonging and can contribute to their maximum potential. Our differences are the reason great things happen here. If you are an applicant in need of accommodations or special assistance throughout the interview process, please submit a request by email to careers@rupertport.com.

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Director (User Representative – Part-time)

Prince Rupert Port Authority is a local port authority constituted under the Canada Marine Act, and Letters Patent issued under the Act, to operate the Port in the Prince Rupert Harbour.

The Port User Nominating Committee (PUNC) is now seeking responses from qualified individuals who have an interest in serving on the seven-person Board of Directors of the Prince Rupert Port Authority. 

The Board of Directors comprises representatives from the federal, provincial and municipal governments, as well as user groups, and is broadly responsible for setting the strategic direction for and overseeing the conduct and operations of the Port Authority.  

The PUNC, under the provisions of the Canada Marine Act, will be submitting names to the Minister of Transport for his consideration when making the appointment of “User Directors” to the Board of Directors.  Please note that potential candidates must meet qualifications set out in the Canada Marine Act. (For more information, please visit the Port’s website at www.rupertport.com).

Responses, including curriculum vitae, from qualified individuals should be received by the PUNC at the address below no later than April 9, 2024.  Candidates who possess an accounting designation, human resources and compensation experience, or project management oversight experience or an engineering designation are strongly encouraged to apply. The PUNC is committed to equity and diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous persons, women, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities and visible minority group members.  All responses are handled in the strictest confidence.

Annual retainer of $12,000 – for further information on remuneration please see: at https://www.rupertport.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Director-Remuneration-and-Expenses.pdf

Port User Nominating Committee

Attention:  Mr. Rob Booker, Chair

c/o Prince Rupert Port Authority

200 – 215 Cow Bay Road

Prince Rupert, BC Canada V8J 1A2

Phone: (250) 627-8899  Fax: (250) 627-8980

Email:  sobrienlegal@rupertport.com

Property Administrator

The Property Administrator oversees PRPA’s diverse real estate portfolio, including property and tenant management, to provide effective real estate support to internal and external stakeholders on commercial, retail, and industrial property matters.
2023/08/10
2024/03/31
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POSITION SUMMARY 

Reporting to the Real Estate Manager, the Property Administrator oversees PRPA’s diverse real estate portfolio, including property and tenant management, to provide effective real estate support to internal and external stakeholders on commercial, retail, and industrial property matters. The Real Estate business unit manages a dynamic portfolio which helps to shape and support the ongoing growth and development of the Port of Prince Rupert. 

MAJOR POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES 

  • Manages PRPA’s property and tenant management system, by collecting, inputting, tracking, and preparing reports to maintain accurate and up-to-date corporate lease, property, and property tax data.  
  • Oversees the administration of property tax related matters in collaboration with PRPA’s finance department.
  • Assists the Manager with the administration of PRPA’s real estate assets, providing information and guidance to the staff, consultants, and interdisciplinary internal and external stakeholders. 
  • Undertakes research and data collection to assist in the preparation of memos, reports and correspondence responding to internal and external stakeholder requests regarding property, project, and due diligence matters.  
  • Coordinates with various technical experts on the creation of maps, graphics, and presentations for internal and external communications.   
  • Prepares property and rent reviews by analyzing a variety of reports, including appraisals, surveys, property condition assessments, and feasibility studies.  
  • Support the preparation, collection, and submission of memos, reports, and documents in real estate transactions.  
  • Supports and contributes on behalf of the Real Estate business unit to various strategic departmental and corporate initiatives, including process improvements.

WORKING CONDITIONS 

  • Works predominately in an office environment. 
  • Regular, full-time position (37.5 hours per week). 
  • Regular working hours are Mondays to Fridays, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with a 1-hour lunch break (unpaid). 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS 

Formal Education 

Post-secondary diploma or University degree in a related field or equivalent work experience: paralegal, real estate, business, commerce, property management, or appraisals 

Related Experience 

Minimum 3 years’ experience in at least one of the following areas: paralegal, real estate or property law, planning and development, conveyancing, surveying, or appraisals. 

Other Requirements 

  • Experience in conducting research, data collection and maintaining data integrity.  
  • Superior judgement and tact in dealing with sensitive issues and confidential information. 
  • Strong analytical problem-solving with the ability to exercise independent judgment. 
  • Strong writing, organizational skills, and attention to detail. 
  • Experience working with lease documentation and related legal work. 
  • Ability to calculate valuations on real property, reviewing property drawings and maps. 
  • Effective communicator, working well in a team environment and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all employees and external parties. 
  • Enthusiastic and self-motivated.  
  • Thrives in a high-paced environment. 
  • Proficient in MS Office, especially Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. 
  • Demonstrates commitment to the Port’s Vision and Mission. 
  • Provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 with a vaccine approved by Health Canada.
  • Able to obtain security clearance under Transport Canada’s Security Clearance Program. 
  • Possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Starting base salary for this role ranges from $71,242 – $83,114

This position is located in PRPA’s Vancouver, BC location.

Interested candidates are requested to email their application to careers@rupertport.com.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging are at the heart of PRPA’s culture and play a vital role in our growth strategy. We are committed to ensuring that everyone feels a sense of belonging and can contribute to their maximum potential. Our differences are the reason great things happen here. If you are an applicant in need of accommodations or special assistance throughout the interview process, please submit a request by email to careers@rupertport.com.

Manager, Business Intelligence

Working with the Director, Business Development the Manager, Business Intelligence plays a key role in investigating and analysing volume growth opportunities and challenges at the gateway by managing the assessment of new cargo opportunities, leading the identification of opportunities and risks arising from changes in the business environment, monitoring supply chain performance at the gateway in the context of the competitive environment, and stewarding decision support activities.
2023/12/15
2024/03/31
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POSITION SUMMARY

Working with the Director, Business Development the Manager, Business Intelligence plays a key role in investigating and analysing volume growth opportunities and challenges at the gateway by managing the assessment of new cargo opportunities, leading the identification of opportunities and risks arising from changes in the business environment, monitoring supply chain performance at the gateway in the context of the competitive environment, and stewarding decision support activities.

The Manager, Business Intelligence is cognizant of and drives improvement of the organizations data governance and data integrity with Digital Business and will work to integrate internal and external data systems to drive innovation and efficiency in the communication of information.

The Manager, Business Intelligence is required to undertake research collaboratively with both internal and external parties to support the development of proactive, credible and actionable insights, options and recommendations to management and supply chain partners.  

MAJOR POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Manages efforts across the organization to monitor and report changes in the macroeconomic and business environment that have the potential to create business opportunities or risks for the organization, its terminals as well as its supply chain partners.
  • Manages the investigation, assessment and identification of new cargo opportunities, including both existing cargo and diversified cargo opportunities, in support of business development activities and infrastructure development decisions.
  • Oversees the analysis of changing trade patterns, industry dynamics and supply chain configurations that have the potential to impact existing and potential terminal operators and service providers. This knowledge supports decision making with project proponents, the creation of new terminal solutions and support facilities, and interactions with gateway partners.
  • Together with the Manager, Digital Business develop new ways of using data, seeking to integrate internal and external systems communicating information while improving data integrity and data governance.
  • Drive innovation working with functional teams to seek out opportunities to develop and enhance efficient communication of information between systems and within and amongst teams that resonates with internal stakeholders.
  • Enable competitor benchmarking and performance monitoring of our terminals and lines of business along with supporting reporting activities identifying transportation performance issues to drive alignment with supply chain partners.
  • Coordinates the analysis of competing ports, terminals, and service providers necessary to understand market share, explore Prince Rupert’s value proposition, its capabilities and capacities, and highlight opportunities for differentiation.
  • Manages research and analysis activities required for the development of the Port’s 5-year Business Plan, including review of the business environment, opportunity and risk identification and assessment, volumes forecasting, and tracking of progress towards reaching the organizational goals and objectives.
  • Leads and stewards the research and preparation of a multi-case cargo volume forecast for the Port, informed by input from supply chain partners and internal users. This accountability fosters coordination and alignment of infrastructure development and business assumptions across several functions and ensures a consistent view of the Port’s growth plan.
  • Oversees the timely and accurate fulfilment of decision support reporting along with data and statistics reporting enquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
  • Represents the Port at various meetings, conferences, seminars and other functions as prioritized and in consultation with the Director, Business Development, and provides Port management with a record of the proceedings. Builds and fosters effective working relationships with key external agencies such as Transport Canada.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Works predominantly in an office environment
  • Regular, full-time position (37.5 hours per week)
  • Regular working hours are Mondays to Fridays, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with 1 hour lunch break (unpaid)

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Formal Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Logistics and Transportation, or Economics.
  • Graduate degree in Business Administration, Logistics and Transportation, or Economics considered an asset.

Related Experience

3 to 5 years’ related experience.

Other Requirements

  • Strong ability to organize and present data in support of decision making.
  • Strong spoken and written communication skills.
  • Strong statistical and empirical analytical skills.
  • Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
  • Experience with technical report writing and requirements analysis, business process modelling/mapping, methodology development, and data modeling.
  • Ability to understand the uses, needs and data requirements of an existing or new report and work collaboratively with Digital Business to develop improved processes and products.
  • Proficient in MS Office, especially Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; some exposure to Power BI and SQL based reporting.
  • Knowledge of the transportation and logistics industry is an asset.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn new skills and acquire industry knowledge.
  • Good consultation and facilitation skills.
  • Superior judgment and tact in dealing with sensitive issues and confidential information
  • Good relationship building skills. Able to establish and maintain effective working relationship with peers and superiors.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and to effectively handle changing priorities.
  • Enthusiastic and self-motivated. Works well individually as well as in a team environment.
  • Creative and intuitive thinker.
  • Demonstrates commitment to the Port’s Vision.
  • Resilient. Embraces change and thrives on change.
  • Able to obtain security clearance under Transport Canada’s Security Clearance Program.
  • Possess valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence

The starting base salary range for this role is $120,625 – $150,781

Interested candidates are requested to email their application to careers@rupertport.com.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging are at the heart of PRPA’s culture and play a vital role in our growth strategy. We are committed to ensuring that everyone feels a sense of belonging and can contribute to their maximum potential. Our differences are the reason great things happen here. If you are an applicant in need of accommodations or special assistance throughout the interview process, please submit a request by email to careers@rupertport.com.