Head Of Innovation Delivery & Business Intelligence (f/m/d)

Heidelberg Materials US, Inc

Leimen, Germany
Attractive compensation with profit share/bonus; c...
Fully remote
Innovation portfolio management experience
Strategic execution and decision support
Team leadership of 4-8 professionals
Heidelberg Materials US, Inc is seeking a Head of Innovation Delivery and Business Intelligence to lead their Global Research & Development and Innovation department. The role requires a strategic leader with experience in innovation management and stakeholder engagement, focused on executing high-impact innovation initiatives and fostering team development

Job Summary

  • The role is accountable for translating strategic priorities into disciplined execution across a portfolio of high impact innovation initiatives.
  • Candidates will lead a team of 4–8 professionals while fostering a performance-oriented culture and overseeing startup collaborations.
  • The position offers flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working within Germany and 30 vacation days.

Matching Summary

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Heidelberg Materials US, Inc is seeking a Head of Innovation Delivery and Business Intelligence to lead their Global Research & Development and Innovation department. The role requires a strategic leader with experience in innovation management and stakeholder engagement, focused on executing high-impact innovation initiatives and fostering team development.

Salary

Attractive compensation with profit share/bonus; Christmas and vacation payment included; Not specified base salary amount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Innovation portfolio management experience
  • Strategic execution and decision support
  • Team leadership of 4-8 professionals
  • Stakeholder management with senior leaders
  • Startup ecosystem engagement oversight

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with digital innovation tools
  • Strong analytical rigor and bias for action
  • Fluency in additional languages beyond English
  • International travel willingness (5-10%)
  • Background in consulting or corporate strategy

Key Requirements

  • University degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Science or related field
  • Proven experience in innovation management or complex project delivery
  • Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills
  • Ability to work fluently in English

Work Rights

Not specified

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