Marine Operations & Logistics Manager

Amrize; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental benefits

Pension Plan

RRSP/TFSA programs

EFAP and mental health support

Career growth opportunities

PPE and safety focus

Job summary

Amrize is seeking a Marine Operations & Logistics Manager in Coquitlam, BC to oversee a safe, reliable, and financially sustainable marine supply chain, ensuring timely delivery of barged materials to customers. This role reports on overall operational, financial, commercial, and strategic performance of Marine Operations.

The Manager leads end-to-end marine logistics, including transportation, vessel and barge operations, dispatch, maintenance coordination, third-party services, and planning,

Qualifications

• University degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive management experience with strong knowledge of Terminal and Marine operations.
• Experience in logistics and supply chain management with experience in unionized environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end Marine Operations and Logistics function including transportation, vessel/barge operations, dispatch, maintenance, and third-party services.
• Balance safety, cost leadership, asset utilization, working capital, and profitability in a 24/7 operation.
• Develop strategies to strengthen competitiveness, capacity, reliability, and resilience of Marine Operations.

Skills

Maritime operations

SAP ERP exposure

Salesforce.com experience

Education

University degree

Tools

SAP ERP

Salesforce.com

Job description

Marine Operations & Logistics Manager

Location:

Coquitlam, British Columbia, CA, V3K 5X6

Pay Type: Salary

Position type: Full-time / Salary

Estimated wage range: $125,000-$140,000

Travel Requirement: <10%

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Learn more at www.amrize.com/careers (https://www.amrize.com/us/en/careers.html)

Description:

Join Amrize as a Marine Operations & Logistics Manager and help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter - and build a career with a company that’s building North America - we want to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Marine Operations & Logistics Manager is accountable for the safe, reliable, and financially sustainable operation of Amrize’s marine supply chain, ensuring the uninterrupted movement and delivery of barged materials to internal and external customers safely, efficiently, and on time. The role has direct accountability for the overall operational, financial, commercial, and strategic performance of the Marine Operations business supporting GVA Aggregates and other Amrize businesses.

The Manager leads the end-to-end marine logistics function, including marine transportation, vessel and barge operations, marine dispatch, maintenance coordination, third-party marine services, customer service, and operational planning. The role is responsible for balancing service reliability, safety, cost leadership, asset utilization, working capital, and profitability in a 24/7 operating environment.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Lead a safe, reliable, and financially sustainable Marine Operations business that consistently meets the needs of internal and external customers.

• Deliver strong business performance by balancing service reliability, operating costs, asset utilization, working capital, and profitability across the marine supply chain.

• Develop and execute strategies that strengthen the long-term competitiveness, capacity, reliability, and resilience of Marine Operations.

• Maximize the value and performance of the marine fleet and infrastructure through effective asset planning, maintenance strategies, capital investment, and lifecycle management.

• Build and maintain strong customer and strategic partner relationships that support service excellence, business growth, and sustainable commercial opportunities.

• Establish a high-performing culture where employees are engaged, accountable, developed, and empowered to improve safety, reliability, efficiency, and customer service.

• Strengthen operational resilience by anticipating business risks, preparing for disruptions, and ensuring Marine Operations can respond effectively to changing market, customer, and operational requirements.

• Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and adoption of technology to improve operational visibility, decision-making, productivity, and overall business performance.

• Develop strong cross-functional partnerships across Amrize to align Marine Operations with broader business objectives and optimize opportunities across product lines and the supply chain.

• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

Education: University degree

Field of Study Preferred: Business administration, logistics, supply chain management or engineering

Required Work Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive management experience with strong knowledge of Terminal and Marine operations. Experience in logistics and supply chain management with experience in unionized environments

Required Technical Skills: Strong computer skills, and exposure to SAP (or similar ERP) and Salesforce.com considered an asset and

Travel Requirements : 10%

Additional Requirements

• Strong customer focus and ability to foster and grow a strong safety culture

• Strong outsourcing and contractor management experience. Ability to assess potential and risks associated with supplier and market changes, and integrate with category and sourcing strategies

• Strong communication, negotiation and change management skills

• Knowledge of construction industry, transportation industry, Marine asset management and knowledge of applicable regulations is an asset, but not essential

• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills, ability to make sound judgments, establish and implement solutions

• Independent thinker with good strategic agility, drive for results

• Proven team leadership across diverse stakeholder groups, ability to work with cross-functional teams and build relationships across multiple functions, product lines, regions and cultures

• Highly effective time management, planning and organization skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and drive tasks to completion in a fixed time-frame and in a pressured environment

• Ability to deal with ambiguities, conflicts and adversarial relationships

• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Estimated wage range: $125,000-$140,000/ Annually

• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents

• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life

• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning

• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges

• Easy access to mental health and well-being support

• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions

• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services

• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities

• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits

• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves

• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment

• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES

At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail] . This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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