General Manager - Aggregates

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ARE YOU READY TO BUILD PROGRESS WITH US?

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.

Driven by our purpose : Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of its strategy Holcim is becoming a net zero company, with its people and communities at the heart of its success. The company is driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Drives strategy execution by overseeing and managing all operations and sales within a defined market. The specific areas of focus include, but are not limited to, employee productivity, operational efficiency, customer service levels, employee retention and employee satisfaction by maintaining a positive working environment. Translates customer requirements into state-of-the-art production strategies and processes resulting in cost-effective processing and profitable manufacture of company products. Develops operations-related plans, budgets, and policies and procedures. Supervises employees, monitors activities and satisfies reporting requirements in accordance to the Company’s policies.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Partners with Region Management and support functions on the development of overall objectives and long-range goals for the region. Translates and cascades objectives to measurable goals applicable for area of responsibility and is ultimately accountable for the successful execution of all approved strategies.
• Ensures operations and sales achieve business objectives by providing direction and oversight to managers.
• Takes the lead role in communicating and demonstrating company vision, values and strategies to managers, business partners and the community.
• Supports the Region in achieving overall P&L targets by identifying opportunities for improvement as well as collaborating across the region to leverage resources.
• Oversees and directs preparation of operating budgets.
• Conducts operations reviews to assess all cost drivers that impact financials. Monitors and controls operational volumes, capacity, material use, inventory data, etc.
• Reviews financial statements, operations and cost reports, and other key performance indicators to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement.
• Assesses market opportunities and develops annual business plans in terms of order volume and expense budgets.
• Responsible for establishing sales goals and quotas.
• Develops appropriate market expectations and quotas for sales and marketing functions.
• Ensures the execution of sales strategies to develop new opportunities, increase market share and promote profitable sales growth.
• Responsible for ensuring positive relations with customers, suppliers, community and government interest groups. Interacts and resolves any escalated issues at the highest level in customer / supplier organisations.
• Creates and enforces a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.
• Responsible for maintaining safe working environments and ensuring compliance with local, state and federal safety regulations; coordinate closely with local Safety Manager.
• Assure adherence to applicable legislation and regulations, including permit and environmental conditions; coordinate with local Environmental Manager.
• Develops staffing plans and establishes work plans and schedules on projects.
• Responsible for personnel management including recruitment, supervision, disciplinary actions, performance appraisals and terminations.
• Prioritises staff workloads in order to meet product needs / objectives in all areas. Develops and trains staff to ensure high skill levels.
• Delivers strategic leadership and management practices to the organisation in support of company business strategy. Ensures continual process improvement.
• Ensures quality through evaluation of the production process, material inputs and outputs. Partners with support functions to ensure that highest quality product is being delivered.
• Provides excellent customer service to stakeholder groups by addressing issues, questions or concerns in a timely manner. Exceeds customers’ expectations of services.
• Responds to and maintains positive employer-employee relationships that contribute to satisfactory productivity, motivation and morale. Prevents and resolves problems involving individuals which arise out of or affect work situations.
• Motivates employees and builds effective teams.
• Responsible for the attainment of revenue and profit goals for the area. Ensures adherence to budget and optimises processes to achieve greater operational effectiveness.
• Contributes to departmental cost control.
• Monitors operational effectiveness through analysis of Key Performance Indicators.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Education : Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management, Business, Civil Engineering or other related discipline or equivalent experience. Masters / MBA preferred.

Work Experience : 7-10 years in operational / production related management experience in the construction materials or related industry.

Travel Requirements : Frequent travel to company and customer sites.

Computer and Software Skills : Intermediate computer skills using Microsoft Office.

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ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

WHAT WE OFFER

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE

At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call (773) 355-4557 or email recruiting-accommodations@holcim.com . This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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