Job ID: 516067
CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our operations span North America with over 28,000 employees at close to 1,600 locations in 43 US States and 2 Canadian provinces.
Position Overview
CRH Americas Materials is seeking a highly experienced and results driven VP, Business Transformation to lead and manage the execution of our multi-year enterprise-wide implementation. With the strategy defined and underway, this leader will serve the dual role of a program manager and change driver, ensuring the successful delivery of the ERP solution across the organization.
This role will report directly to the Chief Information Officer and serve as a member of the CRH AMAT Technology leadership team. The Vice President will be responsible for driving the integrated roadmap for delivery of the SAP ERP program for the Americas Materials. S/he will both provide directional oversight to and effectively collaborate with IT & business leaders on strategy, implementation, standards and opportunities for shared capabilities and economies of scale. He/ she will oversee project governance, timelines, resources, vendor relationships, and change management to ensure the program is executed.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Lead the technology components of a multi-year business ecosystem implementation program.
- Act as a primary liaison between leadership, divisions, and IT
- Serve as the executive program manager for the implementation. Lead and work with all other project managers assigned to the program.
- Work with Business, IT, and Consulting Partners workstream leads for all projects and sub-tracks across the program, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Lead the technology strategy for the core ERP and Finance functions for Americas Materials.
- Lead organizational change efforts to drive adoption and minimize disruption.
- Stay well informed about leading edge and emerging technologies and translate those capabilities to the current and future business operating needs (i.e. RPA, AI, ML etc.).
- Ensure, on an ongoing basis, that current and planned technical architecture, investments and solutions are aligned with company business objectives.
- Reduce application and infrastructure complexity to improve service delivery.
- Support continued efforts around systems standardization.
- Leverage technology trends and advancements to propel the CRH AMAT Technology strategy and roadmap and deliver maximum value realization.
- Manage complex vendor relationships, including software vendors, support and implementation partners.
- Lead and manage projects and stakeholders through a high degree of complexity.
- Lead a collaborative and Agile software development approach that improves velocity, while maintaining a strong focus on both quality and scalability.
- Functional Groups reporting to role include: ERP and PMO
- Act as a thought leader and transformation agent across business and IT teams to bring AI, automation, and engineering innovation into the core of enterprise capabilities
- Establish sustainability plans to post go-live support and continuous improvement
Qualifications
Education/Experience
- 15+ years pf progressive leadership experience in IT, ERP programs, or business transformation initiatives.
- BS in Computer Science or Engineering desired. Masters’ degree in Information Systems or MBA desired.
- Proven success leading delivery of complex, multi-year technology strategies with high degree of complexity and change management.
- Experience leveraging data, technology and wisdom to create a competitive edge and enable more informed decision making.
- In depth and complete knowledge of the design, management, and operation of ERP systems.
- Hands on, “roll-up-yours sleeves” individual who is open to the sharing of, and reaction to, ideas in an open forum.
- Proven experience leading digital enterprise transformation and implementing modern technologies such as Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Intelligent Automation, etc. to enable growth and business operations.
- Proven experience building credibility and collaborating with senior business leaders to assess organizational challenges, institute prioritization, drive consistency, and deliver results.
Work Requirements
- Must be 18 years in age or older.
- Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
- Report to the office dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
- Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% in both U.S. and non-U.S. locations
Knowledge/Skill Requirements
- Possesses a creative approach to problem solving with a humble, team-oriented and resilient attitude.
- Adaptable, can think and react in a non-hierarchical, and high-energy business environment.
- Fosters a warm, authentic, welcoming, inclusive, and diverse environment.
- Embraces the company’s values.
- Possesses unquestionable integrity and personal values.
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
- Charismatic and diplomatic leader who builds strong, flexible teams that learn and adapt to rapidly changing situations and priorities.
- Bias for action – driving results.
- Servant leadership
- Ability to translate technical topics to the business.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong presentation skills.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person.
- Able to utilize a computer for word processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
- May require sitting for extended periods of time.
Work Environment
Usually, normal office working conditions. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Normal office working conditions.
- The position may require work outside of normal business hours.
The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the 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!
CRH Americas Materials Inc. 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.
