Job title:  MANAGER GENERAL TRANSPORT I

Company Overview

Cemex US is a leader in the building materials industry, known for our innovation, quality, and operational excellence. With over a century of expertise, we are committed to delivering products and services that meet the needs of our customers and communities across the globe. At Cemex, we believe in investing in our people, offering competitive benefits and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team. Join us and build your career with a company that is Building a Better Future.

Job Summary

Promote, facilitate, and manage Safety as the first core value.  Work to foster an environment in which all employees work towards a goal of Zero 4 Life.  This position is responsible for the safe management of the Transportation Operations and delivery of product and managing all aspects of the business in the Region as assigned.  This includes but not limited to leading employees, managing transportation assets, costs, third party carriers and brokers.  The General Manager is responsible for fostering teamwork, having open communications and cooperation across all functional teams and regions.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of safety and ensure 100% compliance 
• Meet or exceed company safety standards
• Actively participate in management and safety meetings
• Adhere to all CEMEX and O.S.H.A. rules and regulations at all times and wear proper safety equipment while on plant grounds
• Plan, develop and implement strategies to increase driver recruiting and retention efforts
• Responsible for process improvements
• Works very closely with internal customers to develop new business and grow existing accounts
• Manage the P&L for the Transportation Operations for region assigned
• Manage growth of fleet and brokerage to meet customer demands for the region
• Develop a strong working relationship with driver, internal customers and suppliers
• May serve as member of executive committees on special studies
• Prepare all written weekly, monthly and budgetary reports
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by management

Qualifications

• 7 years' experience in a Transportation related field 
• 5 years in a supervisory role 
• Bachelor’s Degree; preferably in Engineering or Business

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be committed to Zero4Life
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written with the ability to speak in front of large groups
• Highly motivated and innovative, not afraid of being challenged
• Well organized and ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Must be a self-starter and a problem-solver
• Experience in Budget and P&L, along with contract negotiations
• Working knowledge of trucking industry (interstate a plus)
• SAP and Loadmaster knowledge (preferred)
• Able to work extended hours as necessary.

Working Conditions

• Capability to work extended hours as necessary
• Ability to work with standard office/computer equipment
• Capable of working in an open office environment
• Ability to participate in required overnight travel as necessary

Physical Requirements

• Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree
• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to employees/visitors as well as function safely around heavy rolling equipment

Legal Notices

CEMEX is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by under federal, state or local law in the programs or activities which it operates.

CEMEX will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all local, state and federal laws.

CEMEX is an E-Verify participating employer.

Arizona Smoke-Free Act.  CEMEX complies with the State of Arizona’s Smoke-Free Act (Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-601.01). Smoking and/or the use of tobacco or related products is prohibited in and on CEMEX property as well as any building and/or vehicle owned or leased by CEMEX.

CEMEX offers both competitive pay and benefits. Benefits applicable to this position may include, but are not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Holiday Pay, as well as a comprehensive wellness program to help keep employees and their families healthy and well. You can learn more about CEMEX Benefits by visiting the CEMEX USA Benefits and Well-Being page. (https://www.cemexusa.com/careers/life-at-cemex/benefits-well-being).

EEO Statement - En Español

CEMEX es una institución EEO/AA (igualdad de oportunidad/acción afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religión, discapacidad física o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientación sexual, información genética, identidad de género, o expresión de género en los programas o actividades los cuales opera.