Analyst, Strategy and Business Development

WELCOME TO VCNA!

We are St Marys Cement, part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA).

As the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we are helping to make a positive impact and are transforming our world. We have a culture built on solid partnerships, long-lasting relationships, and opportunities for those who want to learn, grow and be part of a diverse and dynamic culture.

With solutions that include cement, ready-mix concrete and aggregates, we help to build homes, highways, hospitals, buildings, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States. Our commitment to excellence can be seen in those who invest and believe in what we do, those who share their lives with us, those who trust in our deliveries and those committed to innovation and a sustainable future.

Every day, we have the chance to accomplish something new and you're invited to be part of it.

Summary/Job Scope:

The Analyst, Strategy & Business Development will support company-wide activities of the Cement, Ready-Mix, and Aggregates Division. Responsibilities include economic, market, and competitive analyses, assessment of supply and demand conditions, industry structure, identification and justification of Merger and Acquisition (M&A) opportunities, and M&A support in areas such as integration, communications, and post-M&A analyses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform or coordinate studies to ensure a thorough understanding of new markets, products, industry structure, competitor dynamics, supply and demand conditions, and business economics, applying internal processes and policies.
• Perform or coordinate analysis and interpretation of business results, operations, processes, and procedures to assist in business improvement.
• Coordinate the development of business cases and justifications for capital projects and acquisition opportunities.
• Research and analyze potential acquisitions in alignment with strategic growth objectives.
• Participate in special teams for due diligence and analysis of new business opportunities.
• Coordinate internal and external resources on specific projects, including legal, planning, finance, environment, and pre- and post-acquisition diligence.
• Assist in the annual capital budgeting process for business units.
• Determine if new businesses establish and achieve appropriate performance targets (financial, operational, technical, commercial, safety, and environmental).
• Support the overall activities of the Business Development function within St Marys to deliver operational and commercial efficiency.
• Provide direction and recommendations to the St Marys Business Development team.
• Generate insights into benchmarking St Marys business performance internally and externally, providing specific recommendations for improving company performance or structure.
• Support collaborative business planning within St Marys.
• Contribute to the coordination and promotion of new products and markets, and assess St Marys competitive position in the industry.
• Ensure that St Marys business development capabilities support goals and objectives in production and delivery, quality, operations, and product performance & development.
• Promote St Marys in industry and trade associations as necessary.
• Assist all Divisions in international business development activities as directed by the Business Development Manager.
• Assist in managing various projects as directed by the Business Development Manager, including information systems, reporting, asset management, training & development, and business improvement initiatives.
• Assist in annual strategic planning and budgeting processes.
• Provide support and guidance to General Managers to assist in analyzing and understanding regional financial reports.
• Prepare St Marys Management Presentations, Senior Management Reporting Books, and supporting files.
• Perform other duties consistent with this role.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Engineering.
• At least 3 years of experience in finance or related areas.
• Strong understanding of financial terms, economic models, market analyses, and feasibility studies in the cement industry.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and communicate clearly with all levels of the organization.

Note:

• This job description may not cover all duties and requirements and may include additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Being part of VCNA is being part of building famous landmarks such as Toronto's CN Tower, Roy Thompson Hall, Maple Leaf Gardens and the Darlington Nuclear Station and Ryerson Centre, St. Regis Chicago and 150 N. Riverside, Louis High-Speed Rail in Chicago and more

• Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and growth opportunities in different areas
• Training, professional development
• Access to Employees Resource Groups (ERGs), including SheBuilds, which fosters mentorship, leadership development and community support
• Tuition reimbursement/assistance
• Competitive wages, vacation and holiday time
• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for you and your family (CAN)
• Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees.
• Fertility drug coverage
• Paid Maternity Leave Top Up
• Hybrid work model for certain positions

Salary Range: $ 80,000 to $ 100,000

OUR PEOPLE

We care about people - all people. At VCNA, we take safety, health and wellness seriously. We're dedicated to giving our employees a safe workplace, our neighbors a safe environment and our customers a high-quality and safe product. Safety first -and always!

Our VC Way reflects who we are, inspiring us to unite our culture and be our best: Our Way of Being: ethical and respectful, Our Way of Working: together with excellence and Our Way of Thriving: with the courage to transform.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

We have a results-oriented culture that values being open, honest, and authentic. It's part of our DNA. We are continually expanding our diverse and inclusive team by providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability or economic status - a workplace where you can express your individuality and be your best self!