The Role and the Company
Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital, and it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials Europe/AMWA (Africa, Mediterranean and Western Asia) operates more than 240 locations. The Performance Improvement (PI) Manager –Eastern Europe role is based in Eastern Europe (Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary and Romania), with the final location to be decided. The position reports directly to the Head of Operational Excellence for Europe/AMWA CCA. This position has become available due to the promotion of the previous position holder.
This is an excellent development opportunity to gain multi-site and multi-product management experience, as well as become an essential conduit for the flow of good practices across Heidelberg Materials.
YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE
- The Performance Manager for Eastern Europe will be one of the leaders of CCA with a clear goal of developing a performance culture in the aggregates business.
- Assist in enhancing the technical competence and operational excellence of our organization, working closely with country management (General and Regional Managers, Technical and Sales Directors and site managers).
- Plan, communicate and lead quarry optimization visits with participation of operations, Quality Control, Commercial and logistics teams in Eastern Europe and help other PI Managers in Europe.
- Help with the implementation of digital tools to improve business performance.
- Coordinate and deliver training in Eastern Europe and other European countries.
YOUR PROFILE
- University degree, preferably in Mining Engineering or related field qualifications.
- At least 5 years’ experience of aggregates management in a high level operational role including at least 3 years in a direct quarry management role.
- Fluent in English and Polish or Czech - Knowledge of other European languages is a plus.
- Excellent communication and project management skills and the strong desire to work alongside and support our line management with all aspects of Performance Improvement.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience in preparation of reports and presentations.
- Willingness to travel on a frequent basis.
OUR OFFER
We are convinced that only those who successfully realize their personal goals can also fully contribute professionally. That's why we offer you attractive benefits, such as:
- Competitive base salary and participation in our Annual Incentive Plan.
- Multiple learning & development options: support of job-related further training, various technical and leadership development programs.
- Individual onboarding with buddy program as well as various networking initiatives (Network of Women, International Network etc.).
- Flexible working time models.
... and much more.
Skills Required
- University degree, preferably in Mining Engineering or related field
- At least 5 years' experience of aggregates management in high-level operational role
- At least 3 years in direct quarry management role
- Fluency in English and Polish or Czech
- Excellent communication and project management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Willingness to travel frequently
What We Do
Heidelberg Materials is a global manufacturer of building materials, including cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt, committed to leading the industry toward carbon neutrality and a circular economy.
