Recycling Waste Sourcing Manager construction

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

Job summary

A leading building materials manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Recycling Waste Sourcing Manager to drive sourcing and procurement of construction and demolition waste materials. This role is key in ensuring a sustainable supply of raw materials for recycled aggregates. Candidates should have a strong understanding of waste streams, excellent negotiation skills, and a commitment to sustainability. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus incentives

Generous pension and life assurance

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing and development programs

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of C&D 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 strong relationships with demolition contractors and construction firms.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing for sustainable procurement.
• Monitor material quality and compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with logistics and operations.
• Track market trends and provide insights to leadership.
• Drive ethical sourcing practices aligned with circular economy.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Understanding of C&D waste streams

Commitment to sustainability

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