Operational Specialist (f/m/d)

For our Competence Center Ready Mix, we are looking for an Operational Specialist (f/m/d). The position is based at our Headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany, and reports to the Head of Operational Excellence .

The Global CCR Operational Specialist will support operational excellence and performance improvement across our Readymix Concrete (RMC) operations by supporting the coordination and implementation of new initiatives and solutions. This role involves developing operational knowledge-based business cases, content development, providing project management support, and managing relationships with Group and country teams.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

• Act as the primary operational liaison between Group Functions, Country RMC teams, other relevant teams for continuous improvement and innovation initiatives

• Collaborate with CCR experts (e.g., Materials, Revenue, Logistics, etc.) and other relevant experts to gather expert input and ensure operational alignment

• Collect data, analyze, and report results on innovative initiatives to support strategic development of our RMC busnesses globally

• Provide intermediate-level RMC knowledge and project coordination to support business case development and content development

• Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure continuity, effective change management, and responsiveness

• Support CCR’s and Heidelberg Materials’ communication strategies to promote operational excellence and transformation

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YOUR PROFILE

• Degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience

• 5+ years in operations, preferably in concrete materials or related building materials industry

• RMC operational knowledge and direct experience with all components of the RMC busines

• Highly organized and self-motivated with excellent communication and project management skills

• Strong analytic and digitalization skills and the ability to engage people into a data-driven management culture

• Ability to understand the operational, technical, commercial and financial aspects of the business and how they relate to each other.

• Ability to apply technical recommendations in a pragmatic, hands-on way to the actual operating environment

• Strong communication skills to all levels from blue collar worker to CEO in an international and intercultural environment

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Sharepoint

• Strong English spoken and written skills; other languages of where we operate are a plus

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:

• Flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working within Germany

• 30 vacation days plus additional special vacation days

• Attractive compensation with profit share/bonus, Christmas, and vacation payment

• Multiple learning & development options: support of job-related further training, various technical and leadership development programs

• JobTicket, JobBike and further special conditions and discounts for e.g., gyms

• Company fitness room, various sports classes, health, and prevention campaigns

• Individual onboarding with buddy program as well as various networking initiatives (Network of Women, International Network etc.)

• Modern headquarters next to the river Neckar with ergonomic workplaces and height-adjustable desks

• Canteen with discounted and healthy meals

• Bicycle and underground parking with charging stations – for e-bike and car

... and much more.