Our client is a globally recognized leader in the production of high-quality cement, renowned for its innovative and sustainable practices aimed at minimizing the environmental footprint of cement production. They are spearheading transformative initiatives in performance enhancement, quality improvement, and sustainability, with a significant focus on reducing the Clinker Ratio by incorporating Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCMs).As the Cementitious Senior Manager, you will be a pivotal advisor and change agent, supporting operating companies in optimizing their product portfolios by integrating existing and emerging SCMs. Your expertise will drive operational improvements to enhance efficiency, lower costs, bolster sustainability, and boost profitability—all while achieving clinker ratio reduction goals.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategy Leadership: Drive the company’s cementitious strategy and align it with CO2 reduction roadmaps.Clinker Ratio Reduction: Analyze operations, recommend improvements, and provide cost-benefit analyses to lower clinker ratios.Operational Support: Assist plants in troubleshooting challenges when introducing or increasing SCMs.Industrial Trials: Lead and coordinate trials at cement plants and provide detailed reports on outcomes.Stakeholder Collaboration: Align internal and external stakeholders across commercial, technical, and production teams.Training & Development: Educate plant teams on SCM integration and train them to excel in sustainability initiatives.Standards Compliance: Ensure adherence to current and future cement and concrete standards.Cross-functional Alignment: Collaborate with chemical additive providers and downstream business leaders to ensure a seamless integration of strategies.Collaborative Leadership: Build relationships, inspire teams, and work cross-functionally to achieve shared goals.Innovation-Oriented: Identify creative solutions for process and product development, ensuring practical implementation.RequirementsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (e.g., mining, process, mechanical, or chemistry).At least 12 - 15 years’ experience in cement manufacturing with in-depth knowledge of cement operations and products.Proven expertise in product development, quality control, and grinding process techniques.Exceptional communication, management, and attention-to-detail skills.Why apply?This is a unique opportunity to lead critical sustainability initiatives in the cement industry, contribute to ground-breaking advancements in SCM utilization, and collaborate with global leaders dedicated to reducing the environmental impact of cement production.