Job Description
Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.
We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.
At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.
Deputy Head of Optimisation - Part time
Job share
3 days a week
Tuesday – Office
Wednesday – Office
Friday – Office Optional
Heidelberg Materials International Business Service Centre (BSC)
Drive Transformation. Lead Change. Deliver Business Impact.
Heidelberg Materials is seeking an experienced and ambitious Deputy Head of Optimisation to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our International Business Service Centre (BSC). This is a high-profile leadership opportunity for a process improvement and transformation specialist who thrives on delivering measurable business outcomes through standardisation, automation, and continuous improvement.
Working across multiple countries, functions, and systems, you will lead the optimisation of end-to-end processes, support the delivery of the Heidelberg Materials synergy programme, and accelerate our automation roadmap. You will collaborate with senior stakeholders, Global Process Owners, and Digital teams to drive operational excellence across the organisation.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead Process Optimisation and Transformation
Drive the redesign and optimisation of end-to-end business processes across multiple countries and systems.
Identify, design, test, and implement process improvements that deliver tangible automation benefits and cost efficiencies.
Champion standardisation by eliminating process variants and aligning operations with global standards.
Ensure all process enhancements support the wider automation and transformation strategy.
Act as the Business Systems Expert
Serve as the BSC Subject Matter Expert for in-scope business systems.
Provide technical leadership and guidance on complex operational and system-related challenges.
Leverage deep end-to-end process knowledge to support business performance and continuous improvement.
Support new transitions, system implementations, and capability development through SME expertise and training.
Influence and Deliver Strategic Projects
Represent the BSC within Heidelberg Materials communities, including Digital and Transformation teams.
Partner with senior leaders, Steering Committees, Global Process Owners, and project teams to drive successful outcomes.
Influence decision-making to ensure compliance with group standards and optimisation objectives.
Monitor and drive project delivery, ensuring milestones, benefits, and timelines are achieved.
Lead, Develop and Inspire Teams
Provide leadership to a team of Transformation Analysts and Senior Transformation Analysts.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.
Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing talent.
Build a flexible, agile team capable of adapting to changing business priorities and project demands.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a transformation leader who combines strategic thinking with operational delivery excellence.
You will bring:
Extensive experience in business transformation, process optimisation, shared services, or business services environments.
Strong knowledge of end-to-end business processes and enterprise systems.
Proven success delivering automation, standardisation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Experience leading cross-functional and international projects involving multiple stakeholders.
Exceptional stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills.
Demonstrated people leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring, and team development.
A data-driven approach with a focus on delivering measurable business benefits.
Why Join Heidelberg Materials?
This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation committed to innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. You'll have the chance to influence large-scale transformation programmes, work with senior leaders across international markets, and help shape the future operating model of our Business Service Centre.
If you're ready to lead meaningful change and make a lasting impact across a complex international organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help drive the next phase of transformation at Heidelberg Materials.