Director of Organic Growth Strategy

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package and opportunities for your continued growth and development!

Summary:

As the Director of Strategy and Development for Organic Growth, the role encompasses strategic planning, business development, and execution of initiatives aimed at expanding the company's market presence and increasing revenue through organic means.

What you’ll be contributing:

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and refine the company's overall organic growth strategy in alignment with its long-term goals and market dynamics. This involves analyzing market trends, competitive landscape, and internal capabilities to identify growth opportunities and prioritize strategic initiatives.
• Market Analysis and Opportunity Assessment: Conduct comprehensive market research to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and untapped market segments within the cementitious industry. Evaluate potential growth areas, including geographic expansion, product diversification, and value chain optimization.
• Identify & Develop Internal Development Projects: Working closely with the Regional leadership team to identify opportunities to enhance our asset base. Build analytical models and perform financial analysis for proposed investments to meet current and future requirements for Business Development. Develop investment proposals for large capital expenditure projects.
• Business Development and Partnership Building: Identify and pursue strategic partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures that can accelerate the company's organic growth objectives. This may involve collaborating with suppliers, distributors, technology partners, or other industry stakeholders to leverage complementary strengths and resources.
• Product Innovation and Development: Work closely with research and development teams to drive innovation and develop new products or services that address market demand and differentiate the company from competitors. This could include exploring sustainable materials, advanced manufacturing techniques, or value-added solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Market Penetration and Expansion: Develop strategies to penetrate new markets and expand the company's customer base. This may involve entering new geographic regions, targeting specific customer segments, or diversifying into related industries such as construction materials or infrastructure development.
• Sales and Marketing Enablement: Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop effective strategies and campaigns that promote the company's value proposition and drive customer acquisition and retention. Provide guidance on pricing strategies, distribution channels, and branding initiatives to maximize sales growth.
• Operational Excellence and Efficiency: Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness across the organization. This includes optimizing production processes, supply chain management, and resource allocation to enhance profitability and support organic growth objectives.
• Risk Management and Contingency Planning: Assess and mitigate risks associated with organic growth initiatives, including market volatility, regulatory changes, and competitive threats. Develop contingency plans to address potential challenges and ensure resilience in the face of uncertainty.
• Performance Monitoring and Evaluation: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the progress and success of organic growth initiatives. Monitor performance against targets, analyze results, and adjust strategies as needed to drive continuous improvement and achieve desired outcomes.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including senior management, cross-functional teams, and employees, to gain support and alignment for organic growth initiatives. Communicate progress, challenges, and achievements transparently to keep stakeholders informed and engaged.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc
• Minimum 4 Year - Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• Preferred MBA
• Minimum 5 years of experience in business administration, finance, engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively
• Strategic thinker who can anticipate industry trends and proactively seek growth opportunities
• Results-oriented mindset and the ability to drive change, innovation, and sustainable practices
• Experience advising senior executive teams and leading transformation initiatives.
• Domestic and International 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.