North American Manager Terminal Projects and Operations

at  Graymont

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree is required. Applicable related work experience in the area of cement/lime/dry bulk distribution in conjunction with an associate’s degree may be considered.
• Engineering Degree would be an asset.

The qualified candidate will be required to have:

• Minimum of ten years’ progressive experience in field of operations and/or logistics
• Project management skills and the ability to set, coordinate, and accomplish multiple competing priorities.
• A strong working knowledge of lime/cement/dry bulk distribution as well as familiarity with bulk material discharge/shipping/distribution functions.
• Experience working with railroads on new business development opportunities and track design
• High level of interpersonal savvy.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (written and verbal).
• Self-directed, able to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent analytical, financial acumen, problem solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership skills and an ability to work within a matrix organization with demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships across functions, departments, and/or locations.
• Strong computer skills, proficient in various Microsoft programs, and familiar with automation solutions; JDE experience preferred.
• A demonstrated ability to coach and develop direct reports.
• A demonstrated commitment to safety in the workplace
• Drive to overcome obstacles and successfully complete what is started; focused squarely on value-added priorities.
• Network optimization experience preferred
• Supply and Operational experience would be an asset.
• Travel as required (estimated 30%)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for safety and environmental efforts at North American distribution terminal/transload sites, ensuring compliance with regulations and Graymont programs. Promotes a positive safety culture through leadership by example; performs all work activities following all relevant safety policies and procedures.
• Working in conjunction with the sales, logistics, and business development teams to continue to evaluate existing and potential terminal network requirements, capabilities and locations to ensure:
• the network continues to evolve with new market requirements and opportunities,
• transportation carriers achieve critical mass and economies of scale to optimize cost of delivery,
• quality service and inventory availability
• Develop, manage, and administer terminal operating expense budgets.
• Develop monthly variance reporting, and remediation plans as needed.
• Develop, plan, manage and execute capital projects and performance improvement projects related to the bulk and bag distribution terminal operations network, in conjunction/with support from finance and project teams
• As requested, provide input and assistance to plant projects involving logistics optimization and enhancements (examples scales, rail track, storage, loading, unloading)
• Develop, publish and manage supporting KPIs.
• Development and communication of SOPs and best practices.
• Lead, coach, train and develop staff.
• Contract Negotiations and Management:
• Negotiate and oversee third party operating agreements with guidance from the Director of Logistics and Customer Service.In conjunction with the rail and operations team, negotiate and maintain property, track and other agreements with guidance from the Director of Logistics and Customer Service.
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• Implement effective inventory management strategy, utilizing communication of potential issues to reduce the risk of customer service issues, and properly utilize tools, internal controls, timely receipts, and accurate inventory documentation to properly account for inventory levels. ODE administration per prescribed timelines and protocols. Take corrective actions as frequency and size of inventory adjustments or variations dictate.

• Create purchase orders timely and accurately in accordance with the Procure to Pay (P2P) process.
• Ad hoc analysis, projects and presentation of recommendations as required including overall cost of delivery and network optimization and capital and business case justification
• Identification and implementation of automation/solutions to improve equipment utilization, service, resource utilization, speed of un/loading, maximize payloads, improve inventory visibility and accuracy.

The Manager Terminal Projects and Operations will play a critical role, working in conjunction with internal/external stakeholders, in further developing Graymont’s North American distribution network strategy to support Graymont’s business objectives while managing the end-to-end terminal distribution network lifecycle requirements and processes including but not limited to:

• Optimizing terminal efficiency and cost of delivery; maintaining/improving the high standards of service, safety, and quality at each distribution terminal facility
• Working with the project management and finance teams, lead the development and implementation of distribution network optimization projects and other continuous improvement activities including preparation, execution and management of Capital projects and budgets
• Working with Logistics, Operations, Marketing and Sales on business case development including conception, analysis, validation and justification
• Identification of optimal site location, requirements, design, procurement, negotiation and contracting
• Developing/enhancing systems and processes; implementation, installation, automation and operationalization of sights
• Managing terminal operations, specifically maintenance, resourcing (people, equipment, contractors and capital), inventory management, and customer/carrier service.
• Safety and environmental compliance and reporting; operating within environmental regulations and consistent with the business strategy and objectives of Graymont
• KPI definitions and revisions that drive business results
• Decommissioning of redundant or obsolete locations or equipment per company protocols