Recycling Waste Sourcing Manager

Heidelberg Materials AG; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building materials manufacturer in Greater London is seeking a Recycling Waste Sourcing Manager to lead the sourcing and procurement of Construction & Demolition waste materials. This role involves developing sourcing strategies, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a profound understanding of waste streams and a commitment to sustainable practices. Join us to make a significant impact in the transition to greener construction with an attractive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus incentives

Generous pension and life assurance

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working options

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of construction and demolition waste streams and aggregate recycling.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing waste supply chains at scale.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for recyclable aggregates.
• Build relationships with demolition contractors and construction firms.
• Negotiate contracts to ensure sustainable procurement.
• Monitor material quality and compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with logistics to streamline material flows.
• Track market trends and provide insights to senior leadership.
• Drive ethical sourcing practices.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Understanding of C&D waste streams

Job description

Recycling Waste Sourcing Manager - Dagenham

£43,000 + Bonus

Company Car | Hybrid Working

Join Heidelberg Materials UK one of the world's leading building materials manufacturers, and help us shape a sustainable future. As part of our commitment to the circular economy, we're investing heavily in aggregate recycling and the recovery of construction and demolition materials.

We're looking for a Recycling Waste Sourcing Manager to lead the sourcing and procurement of Construction & Demolition waste materials—including concrete, asphalt, brick, and other inert aggregates—for our recycling operations. This role is critical to ensuring a reliable, compliant, and cost-effective supply of raw materials for producing recycled aggregates used in construction and infrastructure projects.

What you'll do:

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for recyclable aggregates.
• Build strong relationships with demolition contractors, construction firms, municipalities, and landfill operators.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing to ensure sustainable procurement.
• Monitor material quality and compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with logistics and operations to streamline material flows.
• Track market trends and provide data-driven insights to senior leadership.
• Drive ethical and environmentally responsible sourcing practices aligned with circular economy principles.

What we’re looking for:

• Deep understanding of C&D waste streams and aggregate recycling.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing waste supply chains at scale.
• Commitment to sustainability and regulatory compliance.

This is your chance to make a real impact in the transition to greener construction.

Apply now and help us build a more sustainable future.

Why Join us?

At Heidelberg Materials, we don't just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we're committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

Rewards & Benefits

We're proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including :

• Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member
• Competitive Package : Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
• Work-Life Balance : 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile / flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options, Season and travel ticket loans
• Family-Friendly Policies : Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture : Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development : Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities