Senior Investor Relations Director

Requisition ID: 9509

Location:

Chicago, IL, US, 60631

Pay Type: Salary

Travel Requirement: 21-30%

ARE YOU READY TO BUILD PROGRESS WITH US?

Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of its strategy Holcim is becoming a net zero company, with its people and communities at the heart of its success. The company is driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. Holcim is 70,000 people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

Description:

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Investor Relations Director will serve as a key member of Holcim North America‘s Investor Relations team. This individual will be involved in all aspects of the Investor Relations program including, external financial communications, earnings call preparation and execution, investor outreach and targeting, and shareholder tracking. This individual will drive clear and concise communication of Holcim’s financial results, growth opportunities, strategy, and business initiatives with the shareholder and analyst community.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with both the buy and sell side, serving as a key point of contact for the investment community.

• Articulate Holcim’s story, financial results, and strategy to the investment community and internal stakeholders. Act with integrity, while building trust with the investment community.

• Review sell-side analyst notes for Holcim and peers.

• Partner with Holcim’s sustainability and decarbonization teams to effectively communicate to shareholders Holcim’s journey on these topics.

• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of all investor relation initiatives and work product, as well as recommending new strategies/programs to broaden shareholder interest in Holcim.

• Maintain an outstanding reputation by demonstrating consistent and clear communication with analyst/investor community including recommendations for continuous improvements to JLL’s investor relations website and use of technology/mobile tools to allow broader access to the firm’s financial information.

• Follow-up calls with sell-side analysts and investors post earnings.

• Manage a comprehensive investor outreach and targeting program, including investor roadshows (NDRs) and periodic investor days.

• Participate in investor conferences and industry events to tell the Holcim story while engaging with current and prospective shareholders.

• Create presentations, press releases, and other communication materials for earnings releases, industry events and conferences.

• Monitor and engage the firm’s shareholder base to identify changes in ownership and share key messages from shareholders with Holcim’s senior management.

• Review and comment on the quarterly and annual filings and other collateral materials with the Securities and Exchange Commission ensuring accuracy, quality and enhancement of key messages and financial metrics.

• Provide in-depth, comprehensive competitor performance analysis across the building materials sector.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Education: Bachelor's degree

Additional Education Preferred: Master's degree

Field of Study Preferred: business, finance, or accounting. CFA designation is desirable

Required Work Experience: 10+ years of corporate finance or accounting experience in a publicly traded company and/or extensive experience working in the investment community for a buy or sell side firm.

Required Computer and Software Skills: Microsoft Office

Travel Requirements: Ability to travel 30% of the time—including globally

Additional Requirements:

• The Senior Investor Relations Director must be a professional who has experience effectively communicating results and telling a company’s story. The role requires an individual who has an entrepreneurial style, looks to the future with optimism to envision what could be possible, and implements best-in-class transformation.

• Exemplary investor presence - has the gravitas and sophistication to command the room, both internally as a leader and externally to stakeholders.

• Analytical - inquisitive, challenges status quo, thinks outside the box.

• Cultural alignment - unwavering ethical standards; drives excellence and works collaboratively.

• Operational “heft” - comfort and experience at large corporations with multiple business lines.

• Strategic and critical thinking - exhibits strong levels of insight and intellectual curiosity.

• Digital savviness - ability to recognize and act on evolving technology trends impacting the business.

• Strong foundation in financial planning & analysis or financial modeling and a history of interpreting financial statements of a global listed company.

• Track record of successfully communicating financial results to senior management and/or the investment community.

• Experience with valuation methodologies for publically traded companies.

• A leader with the ability to build and foster relationships both internally and externally.

• Knowledge and understanding of capital markets, as well as a thorough understanding of key metrics for companies in the industry.

• Superb written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to draft engaging and impactful messages for inspiring analysts and investors.

• 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 behaviors.

• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, 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

• Competitive salary

• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings

• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance

• Holistic Health & Well-being programs

• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care

• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts

• Paid time off & paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)

• Educational Assistance Program

• Dress for your day

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE

At Holcim, 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. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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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 call (773) 355-4557 or email recruiting-accommodations@holcim.com . This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

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Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take 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. Our goal is to drive diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

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

Nearest Major Market: Chicago