Performance Improvement Manager

Job ID: 530781

CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, cement, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our operations span North America with 24,100 employees at close to 1,300 locations in 44 US States and 6 Canadian provinces.

Position Overview

Reporting to the VP Division Performance, the {LOB} Performance Improvement Manager will be responsible for leading, developing and executing strategies to drive operational performance and continuous improvement across AMAT’s {LOB} operations. The role champions lean and problem-solving methodologies to drive operational excellence, cost leadership, margin improvement tactics (including commercial), local adoption and sustainability.

In addition, {LOB} Performance Improvement Managers will be engaged in capability-building activities such as needs assessments, training, and/or coaching individuals or teams in areas of competency or skills relating to operational and commercial excellence. The role may include leading a small team when engaging the business.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Safety: Build and maintain trust, operate with integrity, be a role model for safe operation and a strong safety culture across AMAT operations

Performance Assessments: Lead end-to-end performance assessments at assigned sites, including pre-visit diagnosis, on-site assessment, post-visit analysis and support in prioritization and implementation planning.

Plant and Equipment Studies and Automation:

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• Analyze and improve plant production efficiencies while maintaining product specification and quality
• Assess work production and equipment performance to identify improvement opportunities

LOB Operations Performance and Cost Leadership: Optimize plant operations to meet sales demand in the most cost-effective manner, maximizing margin while maintaining safety and quality.

Production Planning and Target Setting:

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• Align production planning with demand forecast, mine plan, and commercial strategy to maximize margin.
• Support plant-level production scheduling, aligned with demand forecast and margin targets

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with leadership and the commercial team to develop and sell the best-fit OpEx and value added strategy to meet customer demand.

Change Leadership and Site Sustainability: Lead change management initiatives by challenging the status quo and gaining commitment from senior leaders through frontline employees.

Training, Coaching and Development: Deliver effective training, mentoring, and coaching - both formal and informal - to enhance the skills of site leaders and frontline employees in applying the AMAT Performance Fundamentals and Tools.

Planning, Budgeting and Reporting: Support development of comprehensive operational budgets, including labor, materials, equipment, and overhead estimates.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

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• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Engineering, Mining, Construction or other related fields
• 5+ years operational experience at AMAT business in the relevant LOB, leading teams, delivery progressive results
• Experience and proficiency in the LOB specific performance tools (e.g. AggFlow, PEAK, PRISM, B2W, DF3, etc.)
• Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant.
• Hands-on technical experience with plant systems, quality control, field application of automation and data collection
• Site assessments including reviewing and approving tactical implementation plans
• Training, coaching and mentoring with leadership and frontline
• Demonstrated ability to influence at all levels

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

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• Strong values and high standards of ethics, integrity and trust.
• Strong financial, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and project management skills.
• Business acumen in manufacturing, distribution and/or construction operations.
• Strong action orientation and drive for results.
• Strong oral/written communication, presentation and listening skills.
• The ability to deal with ambiguity and facilitate change.
• The ability to lead effective teams and develop direct reports.

Additional Requirements

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• Travel 50% +/- within defined geography/Division

Competencies

Continuous Improvement Managers should be highly skilled in a broad range of Competencies that will ensure their ability to lead and facilitate actions to: identify opportunities, engage teams in designing and implementing solutions, and influencing critical stakeholders. These competencies include:

• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Cultivates Innovation
• Persuades
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Instills Trust
• Being Resilient
• Manages Ambiguity

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer for word processing, e-mail communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.
• May require periodically lifting objects up to 30 lbs.
• Elements of the role with be field based, will require plant/field visits and assessments.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay of $130,000 to $160,000 with annual bonus potential
• Vehicle reimbursement program
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• 401K Matching and Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off, Holidays and sick time
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

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