Operations Manager - AGG

Holcim Ltd.; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Amrize North America Inc. in Minnesota is seeking an operations leader to drive strategy execution across a defined market and product line, focusing on productivity, efficiency, service levels and a positive workplace.

You will partner with the General Manager, translate objectives into measurable goals, oversee managers, manage budgets, and foster a culture of safety while ensuring compliance and cost control. Travel is frequent within the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 7 years of equivalent experience.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Field of Study: Operations Management, Business, Civil/mechanical engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all operations within a defined market and product line.
• Drive productivity, efficiency, and customer service levels across the region.
• Develop staffing plans and manage recruitment, supervision and performance appraisal processes.
• Prepare operating budgets and monitor cost drivers to identify improvement opportunities.
• Promote safety and environmental stewardship and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Microsoft Office

SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

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.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position drives strategy execution by overseeing and managing all operations within a defined market and product line. The specific areas of focus include, but are not limited to, employee productivity, operational efficiency, customer service levels, and employee retention and satisfaction by maintaining a positive working environment.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Works directly with the General Manager and support functions on the development of overall objectives and long-range goals for the region.
• Translates and cascades objectives to measurable goals applicable for area of responsibility and ultimately accountable for the successful execution of all approved strategies.
• Ensures the operations achieve business objectives by providing direction and oversight to managers.
• Supports the region in achieving overall P&L targets by identifying opportunities for improvement as well as collaborating across the region to leverage resources, etc.
• Participates in the preparation of operating budgets.
• Conducts operations reviews to assess all cost drivers that impact financials. Monitors and controls operational volumes, capacity, material use, inventory data, etc. Reviews financial statements, operations, and cost reports, and other key performance indicators to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement.
• Creates and enforces a culture of safety and environmental stewardship. Is responsible for maintaining safe working environments and ensuring compliance with local, state and federal safety regulations; coordinates closely with local Safety Manager. Assures adherence to applicable legislation and regulations, including permit and environmental conditions; coordinates with local Environmental Manager.
• Develops staffing plans and establishes work plans and schedules on projects. Responsible for personnel management including recruitment, supervision, disciplinary actions, performance appraisals and termination of employment. Prioritizes staff workloads in order to meet product needs/objectives in all areas. Develops and trains staff to assure high skill levels. Partners with Human Resources on employee development and succession planning initiatives.
• Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promotes a culture of safety and exhibits these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Education: Bachelor's degree or 7 years of equivalent experience
• Additional Education Preferred: Master's degree
• Field of Study Preferred: Operations Management, Business, Civil or mechanical engineering or other related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Required Technical Skills: Microsoft Office and SAP
• Travel Requirements: Frequent travel to company and customer sites in the region. Less than 10% travel out of the region.

Additional Requirements

• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, 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

• Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth after‑tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well‑being programs, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid parental leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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.

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.