Construction Industry New Business Development Manager (f/m/d)

In addition, you will be responsible for building a global innovation network to foster new ideas and business models.

This position requires an excellent understanding of potential opportunities as well as the ability to evaluate, communicate, and scale its added value for Heidelberg Materials. We create a place where inputs, ideas and new opportunities generated by our global network and beyond the traditional business units can be collected, reviewed, aligned with corporate strategy, and implemented across the Group.

• Responsible for identifying and scaling new business and entrepreneurial opportunities in the sustainable construction market value chain
• Develop and communicate compelling business cases and value propositions for market implementation
• Building a strong network with partners from the construction industry to research, develop and implement innovative ways and opportunities for sustainable construction
• Fostering the spirit of innovation and mentality within our company
• Develop appropriate proposals and coordinate with legal experts at both country and group level
• Compilation of technical-economic assessments in different levels of detail, depending on the maturity of the project under development
• Optimization of current inputs and processes for the implementation of the goals of our sustainability strategy through partnerships and (external) collaborations (reduction of time to market, risk mitigation, use of synergies) for specific projects
• Creation of a structured process for gathering internal and external experience, products, solutions, etc. in close cooperation with various departments within the company, commercial managers as well as other countries
• Creation and sharing of best practices for selection and their conversion into added value for Heidelberg Materials

• You have a technical university degree in business administration/economics and 5-8 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in the construction industry
• Proven track record to pro-actively develop and scale new business opportunities
• Industry experience in corporate development of innovative, sustainable solutions
• Strategic thinking and planning, keen sense for business applications, even in poorly defined initial situations
• Analytical thinking and curious about innovative technologies and partnerships
• Dynamic attitude, high level of self-management, project management and the ability to work in parallel in very diverse teams
• Proactive "can-do mentality" as well as openness to new solutions and curiosity
• Entrepreneurial thinking, social skills, active listening, critical questioning
• Excellent communication skills to present compelling and clear value propositions

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:

• Gain hands-on experience in a global acting innovative team
• Opportunity to work on impactful construction projects that contribute to a sustainable future
• Flexible working time models with up to 40% 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 as well as potential for future career opportunities within a global market leading company
• Job Ticket, Job Bike 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 working atmosphere as well as ergonomic workplaces and height-adjustable desks
• Canteen with discounted and healthy meals
• Free parking - charging stations for e-bike and car

... and much more.