What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Director of Cement Logistics position at Heidelberg Materials?
Job Summary
Based in Indianapolis, IN , this role leads cement logistics for the Midwest Region , supporting regional production capacity and annual imports. Reporting to the Region President, the position is responsible for aligning logistics strategy with sales and operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost‑effective movement of cement across terminals, transportation modes, and customers.
The role carries accountability for network optimization, terminal and transportation performance, safety and regulatory compliance, carrier and supplier partnerships, and capital planning. Success in this position requires strong financial acumen, operational leadership, and the ability to influence a matrixed organization to drive reliability, profitability, and continuous improvement.
What You Will Get to Do
- Lead regional cement logistics strategy and execution, focused on business development, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost‑effective inbound and outbound material flows.
- Drive health, safety, and environmental performance by ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and company standards.
- Optimize terminal networks and transportation modes (rail, truck, barge, marine, and imports) to maximize service levels, flexibility, and profitability.
- Own full P&L responsibility for the terminal system, including budgeting, financial performance, KPIs, and delivery of capital projects.
- Build and manage strategic relationships with carriers and suppliers, including freight negotiations and import programs.
- Oversee supply planning, logistics reporting, terminal operations, and continuous improvement initiatives across the Region.
- Lead, develop, and inspire high‑performing teams while partnering closely with sales and operations to meet customer demand.
Who we are looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related field with 7 years of relevant logistics experience, or 10 years of progressive experience in sales, terminal management, and distribution.
- Demonstrated ability to align logistics strategy with business objectives, including budgeting, financial performance, and P&L accountability.
- Strong understanding of operational, sales, and marketing dynamics and how they influence supply chain and distribution decisions.
- Proven leadership capability in matrixed, cross‑functional organizations, with the ability to influence, persuade, and drive results.
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills, with the ability to perform effectively in complex, high‑pressure environments.
- Willingness and ability to travel as required.