VP - Strategic Projects Manager, Supplementary Cementitious Materials

Country: Netherlands
Req ID: 523994
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Seniority Level: Director

About CRH

We are CRH, and we are committed to contributing to a more resilient and sustainable built environment. We understand the wider impact our businesses can make in supporting human activity. We continue to do this through the delivery of unique, superior building materials and products for use in road and critical utility infrastructure, commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions.

CRH (NYSE: CRH, LSE: CRH) is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing c.78,500 people at c.3,390 operating locations in 28 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe. As the essential partner for transportation and critical utility infrastructure projects, complex non-residential construction and outdoor living solutions, CRH's unique offering of materials, products and value-added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies. A Fortune 500 company, CRH's shares are listed on the NYSE and LSE.

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Our project portfolio includes some of the most sustainable and cutting-edge building projects around the world. Think of the asphalt on the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, but also the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Centre .

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Position Overview

The VP - Strategic Projects Manager, SCM, International will work across Division and Geographies to develop and implement a joined up Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCM) strategy across CRH international based on market demand assessment, SCM portfolio opportunities, SCM material performance and feasibility assessment, associated investment requirements including supply chain and logistics and other relevant technical, operational, and commercial considerations as relevant.

This role will play a critical part in operationalising CRH International's SCM strategy by bringing the relevant capabilities from across the business together to develop a coordinated and consolidated strategy with a clear articulation of recommendations and rationale including business case alignment and any associated investment proposals.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Deposit Mapping, Testing, Classification & Assessment
• Complete our knowledge base of relevant SCM reserves (both owned and non-owned deposits) as relavent through mapping, testing and any other steps as relevant to determine and prioritise viable sources of materials.
• Refine the parameters and metrics for classification, assessment and prioritisation of SCM reserves and align with all relevant stakeholders to implement any changes as necessary.

Securing Strategic Sources
• Work with Opcos to identify and prioritise deposits of SCM materials (both owned and non-owned deposits) to address our needs over the long term.
• Where deposits are not owned, guide and support recommendations and proposals to secure ownership / access through acquisition and/or strategic partnerships and support the process execution.
• Collaborate with procurement, operational and commercial teams to support evaluation of SCM sourcing opportunities and processing locations.

Market Evaluation & Demand Projections
• Build a consolidated picture of projected demand for SCM material types over time across relevant markets based on internal demand projections and external opportunity review.
• Ensure alignment with the product portfolio development work (PPM) across the businesses as part of clarifying demand requirements over time.

Commercial & Operational Strategy
• For commercially viable opportunities, build a commercial and route to market strategy to commercialise viable opportunities for SCM material types.
• Collaborate with Opcos to identify key requirements across technical (including norms & standards etc), operational, supply chain, logistics etc and clarify roadmap of actions for execution.

Key Functional Competencies

You possess the following:
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Deep expertise in market evaluation; review and analysis of business opportunities; commercial and route to market strategy within the cementitious space; and working with cross functional teams to drive execution.
• Excellent communication skills, with the flexibility and adaptability to liaise with all levels in the organisation and across different functional areas and cultures.
• Excellent collaboration skills - capable of working with cross-functional teams and proven ability to manage workflows with multiple stakeholders in an effective manner.
• Highly motivated and comfortable working in a demanding fast-paced environment. Comfortable with ambiguity - ability to bring structure and clarity.
• Self-starter and solution orientated; can create sense of urgency yet maintain collaboration. Good influencing skills with tact and self-awareness.
• Curious and process awareness. Looks around corners; structured and disciplined but ability to be agile and flexible. Enjoys project work, can work as part of a team and alone.
• Commitment to safety and operational excellence.
• Writes well and is proficient in conveying message using PPT, WORD, Email, verbally, as well as strong analytical skills.

Experience / Education

You are/have:
• ~15 years of progressive experience in commercial, strategy, or operations, ideally within heavy materials, cement, aggregates, or bulk commodities.
• Experienced leadership and collaboration across geographically dispersed teams with proven project management skills, works well under pressure and adheres to deadlines.
• Proven results-driven leader with a track record of execution.
• Willingness to travel across European locations as required (approximately 25-30%)

What CRH Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Highly competitive salary package
• Comprehensive secondary benefits
• Significant contribution to your pension plan
• Health and wellness programs, including an on-site gym and fitness classes
• Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization

Connect your future to CRH

We are curious to learn more about you. At CRH, we believe our mutual differences contribute to the healthy, productive, and enjoyable workspace we create. Please introduce yourself and send us your application. Following a positive review of your application, you will be invited to an introductory call with one of our Recruiters.

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