Plant Manager - Strathroy & Woodstock

Requisition ID:  17416
Location: 

Strathroy-Caradoc, ON, CA, N7G 3H8 Woodstock, ON, CA, N4S 7Z5

Pay Type:  Salary
Position type:  Full-time / Salary
Estimated Wage Range: $87,000 - $94,000 Annually
Travel Requirement: <10%

COMPANY OVERVIEW
Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Learn more at www.amrize.com/careers

Description: 

Join Amrize as a Plant Manager - Strathroy & Woodstock and help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Plant Manager has direct responsibility for the plant sites including safety, environment, operations, sales, maintenance, inventory management, performance, quality, financial performance, employee relations, plant’s image and community relations. The Plant Manager is a professional who understands the value of planning and processes and takes a disciplined approach to execution, while working closely and effectively with safety, environment, sales, credit, and customer service, performance, finance and Human Resources.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

  • Safety & Environmental Stewardship: Establish and uphold environmental policies and safety cultures as a site priority, ensuring all Amrize best practices and regulatory requirements are met or exceeded.
  • Operational Excellence: Provide direct oversight of plant activities—including processing, storage, and shipping— to ensure optimized workflows and best-in-class cost management.
  • Asset Management: Maximize plant up-time and equipment longevity through the effective utilization of Amrize maintenance programs for both fixed and mobile assets.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensure all products remain within specifications and exceed customer expectations by implementing robust quality control processes and production best practices.
  • Financial Performance: Achieve annual revenue targets and manage site budgets/forecasts, balancing raw material costs with market demand.
  • Performance Tracking: Utilize KPIs, financial statements, and Performance Efficiency Reviews to identify variances, establish action plans, and drive continuous operational improvement.
  • Strategic Planning: Develop operational and capital plans (CERs) to improve productivity and maintain a competitive cost advantage.
  • Team Leadership: Manage the full employee lifecycle for direct reports—including recruitment, development, and performance management—while fostering a safe, productive, and proud work environment.
  • Inventory & Supply Chain: Manage site inventory requirements through tight coordination with suppliers, accounting, and performance teams.
  • Corporate Representation: Serve as an official Amrize representative within industry associations and community events, upholding the company’s reputation as a good corporate citizen. 
  • Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviours.

Responsibilities & Commercial Tasks:  

  • Market Analysis: Collect local market intelligence to track market share and competitor activity; provide accurate sales forecasts and backlog reports.
  • Customer Engagement: Conduct frequent site visits to assess future demand and strengthen relations through value-added marketing and branded products.
  • Sales Execution: Quote tenders for all customers, collaborating with the Area Manager on large-scale projects and key accounts.
  • Negotiation & Closing: Lead negotiations on pricing, volume, and service terms; resolve "tough" situations such as claims or delivery delays.
  • Commercial Administration: Coordinate with the credit department to establish new accounts, manage collections, and ensure accurate, timely pricing for billing.
  • Sales Optimization: Self-analyze sales performance, optimize daily agendas for maximum face-to-face customer time, and attend all scheduled sales meetings.
  • Order Integrity: Review orders prior to invoicing for accuracy and strictly comply with order cancellation procedures.
  • Field Coaching: Deliver on-site coaching and guidance to superintendents, batchers, and drivers as needed.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

  • Education: Post-secondary education, undergraduate degree in a related field (Business or Engineering).
  • Required Work Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in a supervisor role and 3 to 5 years in sales roles.

Additional Requirements:

  • Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents, effective day one.
  • A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
  • Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
  • Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
  • Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
  • Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
  • Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
  • Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
  • Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
  • An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
  • A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
  • Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job.
  • A flexible work schedule to help you balance professional and personal responsibilities.

 This posting is for an existing vacancy at Amrize Canada Inc. 

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES
At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!   

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.  Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email recruiting-accommodations@amrize.com. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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