Job Description

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A Brief Summary of This Position:

The Senior Manager, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) is responsible for managing the implementation, execution and continuous improvement of Valmont’s ERM program to proactively identify, assess, monitor, and report on the company’s strategic, operational, financial, and compliance risks. This role is crucial in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across the organization, and partners closely with leaders across the enterprise to integrate risk considerations into decision-making and ensure alignment with Valmont’s strategy and risk appetite. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks, experience in a manufacturing environment, hold a Certified Risk Manager certification, and be proficient in ERM software (AuditBoard). The Senior Manager will provide critical support to the SVP, Investor Relations & Treasurer in preparing ERM reports for executive leadership and the Board of Directors’ Audit Committee.

This position will partner directly with Valmont's business leaders to make valuable recommendations, and play

an influential role in refining Valmont's risk management capability. The successful candidate will be a strategic

thinker, show a clear ability to thrive in ambiguous environments, and be able to quickly gain an understanding

of Valmont's products and the rules and regulations under which we operate. This position reports directly to

the Senior Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer. This role requires 10 -15% domestic travel, including

potential site visits.

Essential Functions:

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the company's risk register, ensuring that all key risks are identified, documented, assessed, and monitored.
• Work with department heads and process owners to update the risk register regularly.

• Serve as the primary administrator for the department on the company's ERM software platform (e.g., AuditBoard).
• Manage user access, configure system settings, customize workflows, and ensure data integrity.
• Provide training and support to users on the effective use of the ERM software.
• Work closely with the SVP, Investor Relations and Treasurer to plan, coordinate, and facilitate risk assessments across various departments and business units.

• Work with stakeholders to identify potential risks, evaluate their likelihood and impact, and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.

• Prepare and present regular risk reports to management and the risk committee.
• Develop and continue to evaluate key risk indicators (KRIs) and dashboards to monitor risk exposures and trends.
• Ensure that reports are accurate, timely, and provide valuable insights into the company's risk profile.
• Assist in the ongoing development and enhancement of the company's ERM framework, ensuring alignment with industry best practices (e.g., COSO, ISO 31000) and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, including commercial, operations, engineering, procurement, EHS, legal, transportation, HR, IT, finance, Sustainability, and internal audit to ensure that risk management is integrated into key business processes.

• Monitor the implementation of risk mitigation plans and track their effectiveness, and follow up with risk owners to ensure that action plans are being executed as planned.

• Stay abreast of emerging risks and trends that could impact the company, such as changes in the regulatory landscape, economic conditions, or technological advancements.
• Promote a risk-aware culture within the organization by developing and delivering risk management training programs and communicating risk-related information to employees.
• Work with the SVP, IR and Treasurer and VP, Internal Audit to coordinate risk management and internal audit activities, ensuring efficient and effective coverage of key risks.

Other Important Details about the Role:

• Efficiently engage with senior management on a range of operational risk identification, analysis, and remediation efforts.
• Consult on the evaluation of the business' key risks and drive establishment and monitoring of key risk indicators.
• Ensure Valmont's risk management capability meets regulatory requirements and expectations across our businesses.
• Create and maintain frameworks, policies, and procedure documentation related to the risk function.
• Build collaborative and trusting relationships with business partners and cross-functional stakeholders.

Required Qualifications of a Sr. Manager-Level Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Insurance, Risk Management, or related field with 7+ years’ experience, or associates degree with 9+ years’ experience or 11+ years experience
• 5 years of experience in enterprise risk management, internal audit, defining risk mitigation, and leading regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Certified Risk Manager (CRM) designation highly desired
• Two (2) or more years of experience specifically managing risk management frameworks (e.g., COSO, ISO 31000).
• Proficiency in ERM software platforms; experience with AuditBoard is a significant plus.
• Strong project management, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
• Composed under pressure, objective, and diplomatic.
• Strong facilitation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex topics clearly to executive and senior leaders.
• Ability to influence and build relationships across all organizational levels. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

• Master’s degree (MBA or related field).
• Experience in a manufacturing company environment or global multi-site companies
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools.
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks.

Working Environment and Physical Efforts:

 Work is typically performed in an office environment. The incumbent is regularly required to sit for extended periods and frequently uses hands and arms while working on the computer. Minimal physical effort is required, with occasional travel expectations. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Minimal lifting up to 15 pounds is occasionally required.

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Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

• 401k retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off

• Employer paid life insurance

• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

• Work Life Support

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.