Innovation Manager (f/m/d)

JR Germany; Gelsenkirchen; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking an Innovation Manager to lead the charge in sustainable construction solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a global innovative team, focusing on identifying and scaling new business opportunities while fostering a culture of creativity. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor startups, and develop impactful projects that contribute to a sustainable future. Enjoy flexible working models, attractive compensation, and numerous benefits that support your professional growth and personal well-being.

Leistungen

Flexible Working Hours

Attractive Compensation

Profit Share/Bonus

JobTicket and JobBike

Company Fitness Room

Health and Prevention Campaigns

Learning & Development Options

Networking Opportunities

Modern Offices

Canteen with Discounted Meals

Qualifikationen

• 5-8 years of business experience in construction materials.
• Experience in developing innovative, sustainable solutions.

Aufgaben

• Identify new business opportunities in sustainable construction.
• Conduct market research to evaluate innovative product ideas.
• Organize internal innovation challenges to foster creativity.

Kenntnisse

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Curiosity for Innovative Technologies

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Ausbildung

Master's Degree in Industrial Economics

Master's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Material Science

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05.05.2025

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Job Description:

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.

For our department Global Research & Development and Innovation we are seeking to recruit an Innovation Manager (f/m/d).

In this role you will be responsible for establishing a global innovation network that promotes innovation and sustainability within the company. Your key responsibilities will include identifying and evaluating opportunities for innovative products, fostering a culture of innovation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support the company's goals.

You will directly report to the position Vice President Global Research & Development and Innovation. Your place of work will be Leimen, near Heidelberg, Germany.

As an Innovation Manager (f/m/d), you will cultivate a culture of creativity and innovation within the company. Your role involves conducting market research to identify trends and opportunities, evaluating innovative product ideas, and sharing best practices to add value.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align with company goals, develop compelling business cases, and identify startups with innovative solutions in the cement and concrete industry. Additionally, you will mentor startups and build a strong network with industry partners to explore sustainable construction opportunities.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

• Identify and scale new business and entrepreneurial opportunities in the sustainable construction market value chain
• Compile technical-economic assessments at varying levels of detail, based on project maturity
• Develop a structured process for collecting internal and external insights, products, and solutions, in close collaboration with various departments, commercial managers, and international teams
• Create and share best practices to convert them into added value for Heidelberg Materials
• Organize and lead internal innovation challenges to foster creativity and innovation within the company

YOUR PROFILE

• A master's degree in industrial economics, engineering or material science and related fields
• A minimum of 5-8 years of business experience, ideally in construction materials
• Industry experience in development of innovative, sustainable solutions
• Strategic thinking and planning skills, with a strong sense for business applications.
• Strong analytic capabilities
• Curious to innovative technologies and partnerships
• Proactive 'can-do' mentality and openness to new solutions
• Entrepreneurial thinking, social skills, active listening, and 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 projects that contribute to a sustainable future
• Networking opportunities in industry
• Potential for future career opportunities within a global market leading company
• Flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working within Germany
• 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
• 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 offices 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