Chief Optimisation & Process Excellence Leader

Heidelberg Materials AG; Chipping Sodbury; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials company is seeking a Head of Optimisation in Chipping Sodbury, UK. The role involves setting internal strategies for optimisation processes, overseeing the BSC Academy, and leading optimisation initiatives. Candidates should have formal accounting qualifications and experience in operational excellence and process improvement. This position offers a chance to significantly influence departmental efficiency and contribute to strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable equivalent experience in an accounting-focused role.
• Experience in optimization projects and process documentation.

Responsibilities

• Set and communicate process and system optimisation strategies across the BSC.
• Oversee the BSC Academy ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Drive the design, build, and delivery of optimisation initiatives.
• Lead identification of standardisation requirements through gap analysis.
• Own the relationship with senior management for optimization.
• Set clear cost and FTE targets for each department.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Operational excellence

Stakeholder management

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Formal accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA)

Job description

A leading materials company is seeking a Head of Optimisation in Chipping Sodbury, UK. The role involves setting internal strategies for optimisation processes, overseeing the BSC Academy, and leading optimisation initiatives. Candidates should have formal accounting qualifications and experience in operational excellence and process improvement. This position offers a chance to significantly influence departmental efficiency and contribute to strategic objectives.