Regional VP - Sapphire Americas
Ash Grove Cement Company
Lead regional strategy, operations, and business growth for alternative fuels & materials.
4 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Lenexa, KS
Onsite
Company Size
2,200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Cement Manufacturing
Logistics
Construction Materials
Supply Chain Management
Quality Control
Environmental Sustainability
Sector Specialisms
Construction Materials
Road Contracting
Building Products
Highways
Bridges
Commercial Complexes
Industrial Complexes
Homes
Role
What you would be doing
strategic planning
permitting
budgeting
tech implementation
market analysis
kpi reporting
- Develop and update strategic regional plans to boost use of industrial and municipal waste, optimizing costs and supporting landfill diversion and GHG reduction.
- Collaborates with Plants and Environment for AFR permitting strategy.
- Collaborate with AFR Task Force on technical assessments and site compliance.
- Highlights AFR's role in business sustainability and waste diversion, addressing stakeholder concerns about GHG emissions.
- Oversee AFR budgeting, forecasting, and usage at the plant level.
- Supports Americas Cement AFR development and investment planning.
- Adopts a proactive approach: “Inform me of available waste; our AFR network will find a use.”
- Ensures regulatory compliance and support CAPEX requests for AFR systems.
- Manages AFR business P&L for the region.
- Increases Gross Value Added ($ GAV) from alternative fuels and materials.
- Implement new waste processing technologies for co- and pre-processing operations.
- Identifies and engages in new waste generators and processors continuously.
- Assess AFR markets and competitors in North America regularly.
- Maximizes tip fees and manage supplier/partner performance in the AFR value chain.
- Develops AFR commercial programs leveraging Procurement.
- Shares AFR practices across Americas Cement plants and partners.
- Contributes to AFR reference documents and knowledge management.
- Identifies ARM sourcing opportunities with Mining & Reserves and Procurement.
- Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
- Tracks and reports AFR KPIs and performance initiatives.
- Works with plant operations to remove barriers to AFR use.
- Plans industrial CAPEX investments for AFR growth.
- Works with Procurement to negotiate and finalize AFR contracts.
- Monitors environmental laws for AFR market opportunities.
- Builds and maintains strategic relationships with industrial waste generators.
- Helps develop AFR safety policy and programs; advise on safety standards.
- Expands into pre-processing to enhance AFR offerings and value for local waste generators.
What you bring
sap
excel
bachelor's
5+ years
business development
project management
- Minimum 5 years of experience in material recycling operations, waste to energy or CleanTech industry, with a strong emphasis on business development, strategic planning, and business management Industrial manufacturing operation. Experience in a regulated environment
- Minimum 3 years of Progressive experience in accounting, budgeting, and planning.
- Ability to lead, develop and motivate teams to achieve high performance.
- Proficient in use of computers, Excel, SAP, PowerPoint, Word
- Ability to work in a transversal organization and as part of a network.
- Drives AFR KPIs (AF%, $/mmBTU, $ GAV).
- Ability to make decisions and solve problems with high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Domestic and International travel is up to 50%.
- Ability to effectively share knowledge and mentor others.
- Ability to work in conjunction with and collaborate with others.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Spanish or/and French is an asset)
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects in parallel to the conclusion.
- Ability to demonstrate composure and sound judgement under pressure while maintaining focus on priorities.
- Ability to take initiative and ownership of assignments and ensure tasks are completed.
- Minimum 4 Year – Bachelor's Degree in engineering, finance or other related fields.
- Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents.
- **Employee Assistance Program**
- Highly competitive base pay
- Health and wellness programs
- **Retirement Plan**
- **Life Insurance**
- **Disability Pay**
- **Tuition Reimbursement**
- Group retirement savings program
- **Dental Insurance**
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- **Vision Insurance**
- **Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays**
- **Growth Opportunities and more!**
- **Health Insurance**
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Company
Overview
1882
Year Founded
The company was established in 1882 in Missouri.
12 Plants
Cement Plants Operated
Operates 12 cement plants across the U.S. and Canada.
30%
Emission Reduction
Building a new low-carbon cement mill aimed at reducing emissions by 30%.
41 Terminals
Logistics Network
A logistics network including 41 terminals ensures efficient cement delivery.
- As part of global building‑materials giant CRH, it ranks among North America’s largest cement producers.
- Typical projects include bridges, highways, commercial complexes, residential developments and industrial facilities.
- Unique offerings span low‑carbon cements, lime products, ready‑mix concrete, and soil stabilizers.
- Despite deep historical roots, the company continues to innovate in cement types and regional infrastructure support.
- We value safety as our highest priority.
- We are committed to providing superior products and services.
- We encourage teamwork and collaboration across all levels.
- We embrace innovation and continuous improvement.
- We operate with integrity and respect for all stakeholders.
- We are focused on sustainable growth and development.
By 2050
Net-Zero Emissions Goal
Aiming to reach net-zero carbon emissions through comprehensive sustainability initiatives.
- Focused on reducing CO2 emissions with specific carbon intensity targets.
- Improving energy efficiency across operations and processes.
- Exploring alternative fuel usage and raw material substitution to minimize environmental impact.
- Advancing the circular economy by utilizing industrial by-products and waste materials in production.
- Committed to fostering an inclusive culture where all employees feel respected and valued.
- Implemented programs aimed at improving gender balance in leadership roles.
- Works to increase the representation of women and minority groups within the workforce.
- Provides training and development programs to support career advancement for underrepresented groups.
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