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
The VP Performance is responsible for working with the leadership of the individual OpCos within Northeast Division of Americas Materials to drive operational and commercial performance improvement. The individual is an internal consultant and project manager focused on enabling each company to share and leverage leading practices, execute against agreed upon business improvement strategies, and realize near to mid-term financial results. This is very much a self-directed role, where a successful VP Performance will proactively identify opportunities and help address them directly working with OpCo teams. The successful candidate will possess a strong balance of strategic thinking, business and financial acumen, operational orientation, influence, and change management skills. Position can be based out hub locations in our Northeast Division.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
Facilitate business improvement by aligning the OpCo Presidents with National and Division Performance priorities across each line of business.
Work across lines of business, including Aggregates, Asphalt, Construction, Ready Mix, and Transportation to identify Commercial and Operational improvement opportunities and work directly to implement improvement programs and methodologies.
Communicate results and share lessons learned across the division to build buy-in and excitement.
Identify and document Leading Practices existing in the business and as-developed by Performance Improvement Teams. Support and guide implementation of these Leading Practices and follow-up to ensure success
Support the Division Performance Committees to ensure effective adoption of Leading Practices across the division
Manage individual projects as assigned or self-identified, ensure progress against targeted metrics and communicated progress.
Interface regularly and develop/nurture strong relationships with all levels of leadership within the Northeast Division.
As directed, serve on the relevant National Performance Committee, national or divisional ad-hoc committees, and serve as the communications conduit between AMAT/Division and the OpCos.
Assist, as needed, in acquisition integration/greenfield activities, training of key personnel on Performance tools and assist in the supervisor on-boarding activities in assigned OpCos
Assist in the consolidation, review and analysis of Daily/Weekly/Monthly Scorecards to identify issues and communicate findings to OpCo leadership
Guide, support and consolidate target setting, tracking and reporting activities
Qualifications
Education/Experience
Bachelor of Science, Business or related degree or the equivalent in relevant experience.
Five or more (5+) years of business, analytical, operational or related experience.
Experience working with analytical tools and using and implementing technology-based solutions.
Ability to understand, document and implement business processes
Experience in the relevant line of business preferred but a strong understanding of operations is essential
Work Requirements
Proven track record of managing business improvement initiatives that delivered meaningful and measurable results
Strong leadership skills with the ability to maintain a wide range of multi-site relationships at all levels of the organization and the ability to effectively define and manage change
Demonstrated ability to get positive results through influence, persuasion, leadership, presentations, training, and group facilitation skills
Ability to think strategically with strong analytical and problem solving skills
High ethical standards
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
Thorough understanding of financial and operational management and the practical organizational dynamics that impact the results of change efforts
Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time
Competencies
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment
Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently, gathers and relays information in an organized manner
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with ambiguity, frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed
Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance
What CRH Offers You
Competitive Base Salary
Annual Bonus Potential
Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
$1,000 Referral Bonuses
Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off, Holidays
401k with Roth option & Competitive Company Match
Education Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program
Company Paid Life Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Opportunities for Internal Mobility
Professional Development Opportunities
Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
Opportunities for Community Engagement.
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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