Management Assistant to the Member of the Managing Board

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.  

For our Headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany we are seeking to recruit a Management Assistant (f/m/d). You will report to the Member of the Managing Board responsible for the Area Europe, and you will be based in Heidelberg, Germany. The position as Management Assistant (f/m/d) is an excellent opportunity to work closely with a Managing Board member, and therefore to understand how the business works from the perspective of the Managing Board. In this role you can build a strong foundation to take over a first supervisory role in our operations outside of Germany after approx. 2 years.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

Fast and straightforward resolution of all operative tasks in the day-to-day business, incl.

• Support of the Managing Board member in conceptual and strategic topics

• Preparation of solid, meaningful decision papers for the Managing Board

• Quick processing and presentation of ad-hoc topics

• Excellent quality research, analysis and preparation of data and information

Coordination of cooperation between local management and functions

• Communication interface between the Area Managing Board and other Managing Board offices, Group/Area Directors and the Management offices of our international subsidiaries

• Close cooperation with departments reporting to the Managing Board member

Involvement in other group-wide, international projects (all cross-functional)

• You independently lead (global) special projects and contribute to group-wide initiatives with high visibility

YOUR PROFILE

• Excellent university degree (Master / PhD) within regular study period

• Focus of studies: business administration, (industrial) engineering, finance, accounting, controlling or natural sciences

• 1 – 2 years professional experience, in operations or service functions

• Experience abroad would be an advantage

• Dynamic, solution-oriented and results-driven working style

• Fast learner and good understanding of financial and technical issues

• Excellent interpersonal skills to deal with various levels of seniority and employees from different cultures

• Very good English, ideally (but not absolutely necessary) with second language skills, e.g. German, French

• Eager to learn about our business, and wants to then work in operations in a country outside Germany

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:

• Flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working within Germany

• 30 vacation days plus additional special 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 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 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.