Performance Manager

Job ID: 521639

Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America’s leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com 

 

 

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

•    Family Culture – We treat our team like family 
•    Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription 
•    Generous Paid Time Off 
•    11 Paid Holidays per year 
•    401k with 5% company match & profit sharing  
•    Opportunities for Internal Mobility 
•    Professional Development Opportunities 
•    Training Provided 
•    Tuition Reimbursement Program - We'll assist with continuing education that aligns with your career goals 
•    Employee Assistance Program 
•    Company Paid Life Insurance 
•    Short- & Long-Term Disability 
•    Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more! 
•    Opportunities for Community Engagement 
•    Potential Relocation Packages

 

Summary:

 

The Performance Manager is responsible for driving performance improvement for Americas Cementitious Materials (ACM) by leading development and implementation of strategies that will improve operational efficiency and commercial effectiveness. The incumbent will monitor strategies and operational key performance indicators to recommend actions for maximizing results across North America. The Performance Manager will collaborate with regional staff to optimize all aspects of our operational performance to ensure efficiency, productivity, and profitability. The incumbent will also liaise with Commercial Teams and the Manufacturing & Technical Services as well as Group Technical Services to gain their assistance with the execution of regional goals and objectives. 

 

What you’ll be contributing:

 

Operational Strategy Support: 

• Support the Regional operational strategy in alignment with its overall goals and objectives. This involves identifying key areas for improvement, setting performance targets, and defining initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Attend regional and functional Strategic Planning meetings and assist in the preparation of strategic plans, capital applications, operational reports, budget submissions and any other business support documents.

Commercial Performance Optimization:

• Collaborate with senior management to define short and long-term business goals.
• Develop KPIs using industry benchmarking that will drive market expansion and margin growth.
• Develop effective campaigns and initiatives that drive sales growth.
• Analyze sales data and customer insights to adjust marketing strategies as needed aligned with company ambitions.
• Identify market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities to inform strategic decisions.

Performance Measurement and Analysis: 

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the performance of various operational processes and activities.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends, deviations, and areas of improvement, and use insights to drive decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
• Lead Performance Meetings to drive results.
• Provide support to regional staff in reviewing and reporting regional performance against strategic and operational objectives.

Process Optimization: 

• Drive performance improvement for ACM by leading development and implementation of strategies that will improve operational efficiency and reduce costs. 
• Design and review policies related to operational performance. 

Change Management & Culture Building:

• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer-driven performance.
• Lead stakeholder engagement, communication, and change adoption efforts.
• Influence leaders at all levels to embrace performance-driven behaviors.

Project Management & Execution:

• Lead high-impact strategic initiatives (cost reduction, revenue growth, process optimization).
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable benefits.
• Support post-project audits to verify sustainability and ROI.

Performance Measurement & Reporting:

• Build dashboards and scorecards integrating OpEx and ComEx KPIs.
• Analyze performance data to identify gaps and prioritize action plans.
• Communicate performance results to senior leadership with insights and recommendations.

Leadership: 

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and direction to the operational performance teams and working groups.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve performance targets
• Collaborate with regional staff to coordinate regional strategic and operational activities.
• Other duties consistent with the role where required and/or requested.

 

To succeed in this position, you will need:

 

• Minimum 4-year degree in Business, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in strategy and operations planning, merger and acquisition experience and, deep project management capability.  
• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc. 
• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills
• Proactively approaches responsibilities
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Experience in a regulated environment
• Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
• Proven history of improving operational performance
• Able to transmit expertise
• Ability to work effectively in a challenging environment
• Readiness to travel around 50% of the month to investigate performance and attend meetings

 

Compensation:

 

•    Compensation: $125,100-$152,900
•    Eligible for yearly bonus 
•    Travel up to 50%

 

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!

 

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

EOE/Vet/Disability

 

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.