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