Wafiq Thaha

Led sales and operations for 11 concrete plants across Western Ontario, delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring safe, efficient production. Managed full P&L responsibilities, growing regional revenue 4x and generating $11M+ in annual EBITDA. Drove strategic initiatives across 80+ plants in North America, resulting in $6M in annual cost savings. Directed cross-functional teams of 186 employees, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Strengthened supplier relationships, oversaw high-priority projects, and introduced sustainable, cost-efficient innovations that enhanced operational performance and ensured regulatory compliance.

Led a multidisciplinary technical team, driving innovation, service excellence, and continuous improvement. Developed sustainable, high-performance concrete mix designs and optimized production processes to reduce costs and waste. Built strong client relationships by providing expert technical guidance and proactive problem-solving, improving retention and satisfaction. Collaborated across R&D, sales, and production to launch new products aligned with market needs. Leveraged data analytics to enhance product quality and consistency, while ensuring compliance with CSA, ASTM, and industry standards. Actively contributed to the evolution of technical practices across the sector.

Slag Oversaw operations at Great Lakes Slag, ensuring quality, logistics, and production aligned with contractual, regulatory, and customer requirements. Led contract administration, dispute resolution, and monthly performance reviews with US Steel. Identified alternative slag sources and secured regulatory approvals, including MTO and State DOT listings. Championed quality control through testing, audits, and technical integration of slag in high-performance, sustainable concrete mixes. Acted as a key liaison with customers and regulators, providing expert guidance and supporting the development of industry standards. Cement Spearheaded data-driven initiatives and technical support for ready-mix and cement operations, integrating internal and external data to optimize performance. Developed dashboards, implemented KPIs, and led Six Sigma projects to drive process improvements and operational efficiency. Collaborated with cross-functional teams and clients to deliver high-performance, sustainable concrete solutions. Provided expert guidance on mix designs, product troubleshooting, and technical training, while ensuring compliance with CSA and ASTM standards. Represented St Marys Cement at industry associations, advancing technical standards and promoting innovative products across the market.