Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations.
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.
We are seeking to recruit a Head of Innovation Delivery and Business Intelligence (f/m/d) for our Global Research & Development and Innovation (GRDI) department.
The Head of Innovation Delivery and Business Intelligence plays a central role in shaping, steering, and accelerating Heidelberg Materials' Group Innovation Strategy. The position is accountable for translating strategic priorities into disciplined execution across a portfolio of high impact innovation initiatives, spanning short-, mid-, and long- term market horizons.
This is a leadership role suited for a professional with a strong strategic mindset and hands‑on delivery experience, who has experience at the intersection of innovation, analytics, and complex stakeholder environments. It combines portfolio management, insight generation, and organizational influence, with direct exposure to Group leadership and external partners.
In this position you lead a team of 4-8 professionals, including oversight of startup and ecosystem engagements, and act as a trusted partner to Senior Leaders across R&D, Innovation, Operations, and Corporate functions.
The position is based in Leimen, near our headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany, and reports to the position Vice President of Global R&D and Innovation.
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