General Manager - Eastern Ontario

Lafarge Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Manager to lead the Eastern Ontario Ready Mix Market. This pivotal role emphasizes safety, operational efficiency, and strategic growth, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products while supporting sustainability goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the ready-mix concrete industry, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to fostering a proactive safety culture. Join a collaborative and supportive work environment that values innovation and employee engagement, and make a significant impact on the future of construction in Canada.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Pension options

Health and wellness support

Recognition awards

Learning opportunities

Support for new parents

Inclusive environment

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in the ready-mix concrete industry.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee business strategy and operational plans for the Eastern Ontario market.
• Promote safety and environmental policies in all work environments.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Financial Acumen

Strategic Thinking

Problem-Solving

People Management

Knowledge of the Industry

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Whatever you do, you'll make a difference at Lafarge Canada. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs. Thanks to our teams' energy, commitment and ideas, we are reinventing how the world builds to make Canada greener and smarter for all.

General Manager - Eastern Ontario

Requisition ID: 12970

Location: Ottawa, ON, CA, K1G 3K2

Pay Type: Salary

Travel Requirement: 21-30%

Company Overview

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers’ greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

About The Role

This role is responsible for the profit and loss of the Eastern Ontario Ready Mix Market. You'll ensure we meet our promises and maintain a strong health and safety culture. You will oversee business strategy, operational and commercial plans, and lead all resources in the market area. Key focus areas include safety, sales, marketing, and operational efficiency. You will collaborate with functional leaders to grow the market, uphold product and service standards, support sustainability goals, and ensure cost-effective delivery and production. We seek a leader who can enhance employee engagement by sharing our vision, purpose, and core values (Passion, Collaboration, and Grit), and who supports innovation and digital solutions.

What You’ll Accomplish

• Champion a proactive safety culture.
• Drive safe work practices and promote employee well-being.
• Coach your team to grow and innovate.
• Align strategies with company goals.
• Manage performance and optimize concrete production.
• Oversee sales processes and manage key customer accounts.
• Support innovation, especially in sustainable products.
• Promote safety and environmental policies in all work environments.

What We’re Looking For

• Preferred bachelor's degree in business or engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the ready-mix concrete industry.
• Leadership skills, financial acumen, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and people management skills.
• Knowledge of the industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Willingness to travel 25%.

Additional Requirements

• Adherence to safety protocols and proper PPE use, including being clean-shaven for respirator fit testing.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits, pension, and financial planning options.
• Health, wellness, and mental health support.
• Recognition awards, discounts, and learning opportunities.
• Support for new parents and an inclusive environment.
• A collaborative and supportive work culture.

We thank you for your interest. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Lafarge is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request.

Your Lafarge Experience

At Lafarge, endless opportunities await. Whether technical, managerial, or frontline, you can build a career that fits you. Join us to make a positive impact on our planet, share diverse perspectives, and develop your skills in a culture where everyone thrives. Together, we can build the world we want to live in.