Head of Optimisation

Location: Chipping Sodbury

policy

Head of Optimisation page is loaded## Head of Optimisationlocations:
Chipping Sodburytime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
January 23, 2026 (30 days left to apply) job requisition :
JRThe Heidelberg Materials (HM) International Business Service Centre (BSC) provides administrative, transactional and accounting services to in-scope HM companies.
The Head of Optimisation sets the internal strategy for optimisation of BSC processes and systems, aligning to the overall BSC efficiency and cost targets. In addition, they own the senior stakeholder relationships with group functions (including Global Process Owners and Group IT) for optimisation agenda.
*** Key accountabilities***
* ** Process and System Optimisation Strategies** – responsible for setting and communication of process and system optimisation strategies across the BSC.  Working in collaboration with peers to ensure that all areas are aligned, and combined to deliver to customer expectations, global best practices, and BSC directors’ strategic objectives.
* ** Academy Strategic leadership –
** Oversee the BSC Academy, providing strategic direction and leadership to ensure that the Academy offering is aligned to the business needs, and that outcomes continuously justify investment levels.
* ** Delivery of Optimisation Projects –
** Provide deep knowledge of the systems and end to end processes across the BSC. Oversee and drive the design, build and delivery of a portfolio of optimisation initiatives.  Ensure end to end communication, and connectivity with local countries.  Ultimately ensure that all initiatives have positive business cases which are delivered as designed.
* ** Identify Standardisation Requirements** – lead the identification of standardisation needs through comprehensive process documentation and gap analysis and take ownership of maintaining the BSC process variants repository.
* ** Stakeholder Management** - Own the BSC relationship with senior management in group functions such as Global Business Process Excellence and HDigital for Optimisation area. Proactively build positive, collaborative and transparent communication paths to ensure that we are consistently aligned and pulling in the same direction. Understand local requirements and challenges, and work with counterparts to provide appropriate solutions.
* ** Budget and FTE management** - Set clear and meaningful cost and FTE targets for each department / team which contribute to the overall BSC targets. Ensure that efficiencies reported are tangible and can be locked into actual FTE and cost profiles.
* ** People Development** – Provide coaching, mentoring and advice where necessary to all levels of leadership across the department.
*** Financial & Non-Financial accountabilities
**** Responsible for a department of up to c.20 FTE
*** Education/Qualification
**** Formal accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA) or demonstrable equivalent experience in an accounting-focused role.
* Experience of working in Continuous improvement, transformation, operational excellence and/or optimisation projects locations:
Chipping Sodburytime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
January 23, 2026 (30 days left to apply)
At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business.

At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement.

As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry.

We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity.

If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn't perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked,…