Manager, Strategy and Development

Job ID: 512563

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

The Manager, Strategy & Development will work as a member of the Strategy & Development team of CRH Americas Materials (“AMAT”). In this capacity, the Manager will play a key role on acquisitions, divestitures, growth capex investments, strategic planning and various other strategic initiatives. Work location is Atlanta, Georgia.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

Key responsibilities of the position include:

• Support the end-to-end acquisition process, including market analysis and idea generation, strategic fit, due diligence, valuation, contract negotiation, integration and post-closing issue resolution.
• Partner with other members of the Strategy & Development team, as well as other AMAT leaders to refine corporate strategy across businesses to ensure that strategy is synthesized in a concise and easy-to-communicate way within all operations and support functions to drive execution at the business level.
• Build rapport and partnership with key leaders internally (operating company leaders and functional leaders) and externally (consultants, investment bankers and other advisors) to execute on AMAT growth plans.
• Assist with the due diligence and integration planning processes on acquisitions.
• Build analytical models and perform financial analysis to value acquisition opportunities.
• Assist in the development and preparation of annual strategic planning documents, business strategy reviews and other ad hoc strategy projects.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in corporate development, investment banking, consulting or private equity is highly preferred

Work Requirements

• Travel approximately 30% with brief periods to 75%

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Experience with financial modeling, supporting the assessment of business risk and displaying ingenuity and perseverance to successfully navigate and complete complicated acquisitions
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including experience in the development of presentations and persuasive business writing
• Strategic thinking and curiosity to learn the nuances of our business
• Solid financial, analytical, forecasting and problem-solving skills
• Negotiating skills and ability to influence others to drive positive change
• Project management skills for large and multidisciplinary projects
• Business acumen in manufacturing, distribution and/or construction operations including experiences in sales, marketing, engineering, multi-unit operations, finance, purchasing, information technology, legal and regulatory compliance
• Action orientation and drive for results
• Humility, patience and listening skills
• Comfort operating in ambiguous environments
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

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

• This is a hybrid position. The team is typically in the office 3-4 days per week, depending on the business needs.
• Primarily, 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. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
• The position may require work outside of normal business hours.

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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.

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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.