Heidelberg Materials AG | Germany | 69xxx Heidelberg | Permanent position | Full time / Home office | Published since: 30.03.2026 on stepstone.de
Director Digital Cement Operations (f/m/d)
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 read 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 digitalization.
For our Department Digital-Cement Operations, we are looking for a Director Digital Cement Operations (f/m/d). The position is based at our headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany, and reports to the position Vice President Technology/Digital.
The Director Digital Cement Operations is accountable for driving Heidelberg Materials' digital cement strategy forward, translating operational priorities into scalable digital solutions, and ensuring measurable value creation across cement operations.
The role acts as the strategic and operational bridge between Digital and the Competence Center Cement (CCC). In close partnership with CCC, plants, and regional organizations, the Director ensures that digital products, platforms, and data capabilities materially improve cost, reliability, productivity, safety, and decarbonization outcomes in cement. .
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
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 read 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 digitalization.
For our Department Digital-Cement Operations, we are looking for a Director Digital Cement Operations (f/m/d). The position is based at our headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany, and reports to the position Vice President Technology/Digital.
The Director Digital Cement Operations is accountable for driving Heidelberg Materials' digital cement strategy forward, translating operational priorities into scalable digital solutions, and ensuring measurable value creation across cement operations.
The role acts as the strategic and operational bridge between Digital and the Competence Center Cement (CCC). In close partnership with CCC, plants, and regional organizations, the Director ensures that digital products, platforms, and data capabilities materially improve cost, reliability, productivity, safety, and decarbonization outcomes in cement.
YOUR NEXT CHALLEGE
Own and ongoing evolve the digital cement strategy, aligned with CCC priorities, operational excellence objectives, and Group strategy.
Translate cement operational challenges (e.g. reliability, energy efficiency, maintenance, CO2 reduction) into clear digital roadmaps and investment priorities.
Ensure all digital initiatives are tied to measurable business outcomes (e.g. cost reduction, throughput increase, energy efficiency, reliability, CO2 impact).
Provide strategic leadership for HProduce and related digital cement platforms, ensuring a coherent suite rather than isolated products.
Oversee product portfolio decisions (build / scale / retire), priorityitization, and funding.
Ensure strong product management, UX focus, and user adoption across regions and plants.
Drive global and regional roll-out of digital cement solutions in close cooperation with plants, regions, and CCC.
Own the Digital Cement Operations budget, including prioritization of initiatives and ROI tracking.
Define and steer KPIs and OKRs for digital cement initiatives in alignment with CCC and Group Digital and provide regular, fact‐based
Lead and develop the Digital Cement Operations organization, including product leaders, platform owners, and key experts.
YOUR PROFILE
University degree in Business Informatics, Computer Science or Engineering
Tangible experience in cement, heavy process industry, or industrial operations, combined with digital or technology leadership exposure.
Proven track record in driving cross‐functional transformation initiatives at scale.
Strong strategic thinking paired with hands‐on execution mindset.
Ability to operate bridge and digital - translating shop‐floor realities into scalable digital solutions.
Excellent stakeholder management skills, including interaction with senior executives and plant leadership.
High analytical capability with a focus on measurable business impact.
OUR OFFER
We are convinced that only those who successfully realize their personal goals can so fully contribute professionally. That's why we offer you attractive benefits, seeking as:
Flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working within Germany
30 days plus additional 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 program
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. .
Location
 | Heidelberg Materials AG | |
| 69120 Heidelberg | ||
| Germany |
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