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Regional VP - Sapphire Americas
Regional VP - Sapphire AmericasCRH • Youngstown, OH, US
Regional VP - Sapphire Americas

Regional VP - Sapphire Americas

CRH • Youngstown, OH, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Regional VP - Sapphire Americas

Sumterville, FL, US, 33585

Sapphire Americas, a CRH company and part of the Ash Grove family of companies, delivers innovative, circular solutions that help decarbonize industries and communities. We specialize in transforming residual and non-recyclable materials into alternative fuels and raw materials for cement manufacturing - offering a zero-landfill pathway that conserves natural resources and advances the circular economy. Through our work, we reduce landfill dependency, lower carbon emissions, and unlock long-term environmental and economic value.

By turning waste into opportunity, Sapphire Americas is helping build a cleaner, more resilient future.

Sapphire Americas supports the Ash Grove Cement business by providing alternative fuels and alternative raw materials to facilitate the cement plants' goals regarding commercial excellence, carbon footprint, and future developments.

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cement to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us. We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include :

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Disability Pay
  • Life Insurance
  • Growth Opportunities and more!

Summary :

As Regional Vice President, Sapphire, you'll lead strategy and execution for Alternative Fuels and Materials (AFR), overseeing new and existing co-processing operations for a new business line. You'll manage all commercial, operational, safety, regulatory, and environmental aspects of AFR pre-processing facilities, including those run by third parties for AGC plants. Collaboration with internal experts, plant teams, logistics, and external partners will be key to aligning AFR development with regional goals and best practices in waste-to-energy and recycling. Success will be measured by variable cost savings, CO2 emission reductions in cement manufacturing, increased AFR revenue, and tip fees, with a focus on building partnerships across CRH Americas to promote circularity solutions. This is a remote position, but candidates need to reside in Florida or Texas states.

What you'll be contributing :

  • Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
  • Adopts a proactive approach : "Inform me of available waste; our AFR network will find a use."
  • Builds and maintains strategic relationships with industrial waste generators.
  • Highlights AFR's role in business sustainability and waste diversion, addressing stakeholder concerns about GHG emissions.
  • Develop and update strategic regional plans to boost use of industrial and municipal waste, optimizing costs and supporting landfill diversion and GHG reduction.
  • Expands into pre-processing to enhance AFR offerings and value for local waste generators.
  • Identifies and engages in new waste generators and processors continuously.
  • Assess AFR markets and competitors in North America regularly.
  • Implement new waste processing technologies for co- and pre-processing operations.
  • Collaborate with AFR Task Force on technical assessments and site compliance.
  • Tracks and reports AFR KPIs and performance initiatives.
  • Manages AFR business P&L for the region.
  • Works with plant operations to remove barriers to AFR use.
  • Increases Gross Value Added ($ GAV) from alternative fuels and materials.
  • Maximizes tip fees and manage supplier / partner performance in the AFR value chain.
  • Oversee AFR budgeting, forecasting, and usage at the plant level.
  • Drives AFR KPIs (AF%, $ / mmBTU, $ GAV).
  • Plans industrial CAPEX investments for AFR growth.
  • Supports Americas Cement AFR development and investment planning.
  • Works with Procurement to negotiate and finalize AFR contracts.
  • Identifies ARM sourcing opportunities with Mining & Reserves and Procurement.
  • Develops AFR commercial programs leveraging Procurement.
  • Collaborates with Plants and Environment for AFR permitting strategy.
  • Monitors environmental laws for AFR market opportunities.
  • Ensures regulatory compliance and support CAPEX requests for AFR systems.
  • Shares AFR practices across Americas Cement plants and partners.
  • Contributes to AFR reference documents and knowledge management.
  • Helps develop AFR safety policy and programs; advise on safety standards.
  • Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • To succeed in this position, you will need :

  • Minimum 4 Year Bachelor's Degree in engineering, finance or other related fields.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in material recycling operations, waste to energy or CleanTech industry, with a strong emphasis on business development, strategic planning, and business management Industrial manufacturing operation. Experience in a regulated environment.
  • Minimum 3 years of Progressive experience in accounting, budgeting, and planning.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Spanish or / and French is an asset)
  • Proficient in use of computers, Excel, SAP, PowerPoint, Word
  • Ability to demonstrate composure and sound judgement under pressure while maintaining focus on priorities.
  • Ability to lead, develop and motivate teams to achieve high performance.
  • Ability to make decisions and solve problems with high attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to take initiative and ownership of assignments and ensure tasks are completed.
  • Ability to work in conjunction with and collaborate with others.
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple projects in parallel to the conclusion.
  • Ability to influence internal and / or external constituents.
  • Ability to effectively share knowledge and mentor others.
  • Ability to work in a transversal organization and as part of a network.
  • Domestic and International travel is up to 50%.
  • Compensation :

  • Salary ranges from $180,000 - $220,000
  • Eligible for yearly bonus
  • What to expect in a cement environment :

    Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

    What's next for you?

    We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

    The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

    What CRH Offers You :

  • Highly competitive base pay
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
  • 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.

    If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

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