Managing Director Cementbouw / VVM

Location:

Wanssum – Nederland, Netherlands

Salary:

Competitive

Type:

Permanent

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Advertiser:

CRH

Job ID:

131958116

Posted On:

31 May 2025

 

 

Country:
Netherlands 

City: 
Wanssum, The Netherlands ; Antwerp, Belgium 
Req ID: 
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Job Type: Full Time Permanent   

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Seniority Level: Director 

At Cementbouw/VVM we contribute to great construction and infrastructure projects, providing binders and other building materials to our end-customers.

We employ c.200 highly engaged professionals on 3 main operating locations: in Rieme and Antwerp (Belgium) and in Wanssum (The Netherlands).

We highly value Diversity and Inclusivity as a key enabler to build up customer oriented successful teams. Within our company culture all employees have the space to give color to their own work and to be themselves.

As a producer and trader of building materials we differentiate by:

-Putting safety and our people first, in what we do and how we operate daily;
-Focusing on sustainability and innovative product development to clearly differentiate on our markets. Such through low-carbon binders / SCM (supplementary cementitious materials);
-Delivering not only plain materials, but adding value-based solutions to support the entire customer supply chain;
-Benefiting from a strong inhouse logistics through our own truck fleet and inland ships capacity.
 

Learn more about our businesses at cementbouw.nl and vvmcem.be

Position Overview

-Leading VVM and Cementbouw operations in Belgium and The Netherlands. P&L, People and Commercial development for its businesses.
-Ensure highest safety culture and standards in line with the group policy. Lead by example.
-Set the companies ambition through CRH financial and reporting cycles (budgets, stratplan etc.)
-Deliver and exceed financial targets including, Ebitda, cash flow and RONA.
-Identify, assess and implement long term development opportunities, including capex investment as well as potential acquisitions and divestment to optimize the current footprint.
-Through coaching and active leadership, develop a robust and inclusive business leadership team, talent-pipeline and a succession plan for all key roles within the business.
-As part of the Benelux Team, develop and execute short- & long-term strategies for regional collaboration and business expansion, aligned with CRH strategy and values.
Key Responsibilities and Result Areas

Strategy and leadership

-Strategic Leadership: Define and implement a forward-looking strategy that aligns with both corporate objectives and the unique regulatory, environmental, and market context of the Benelux region.
-Decarbonization Roadmap: Lead the company’s transition to low-carbon cement production, including the integration of alternative fuels, carbon capture technologies, circular economy practices, and green energy solutions.
-Sustainability Leadership: Embed sustainability into every aspect of the business — from raw materials sourcing to logistics.
-People Development: Cultivate a high-performance leadership culture, support talent development, and promote an inclusive and collaborative workplace.
 

Business performance

-Operational Excellence: Oversee safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations, ensuring production targets are met without compromising quality or safety.
-Financial Oversight: Drive financial health through disciplined cost control, strategic investment, and revenue optimization.
-Commercial Focus: Strengthen the company’s market position, leveraging innovation and product development to meet customer needs for sustainable construction materials.
 

Governance and stakeholder management

-Regulatory Engagement: Maintain active dialogue with regional and EU-level authorities, ensuring full compliance with evolving climate, energy, and industrial regulations.
-Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the company to industry groups, governmental bodies, local communities, and the media as a respected and responsible leader.
 

Other

-In case of alliances in CRH and cross selling options in Benelux, play a key role in the negotiations and engagement to drive an effective implementation, collaboration and/or execution.
 

Key Stakeholders

-MD Benelux (Line Manager)
-FD Benelux
-Direct reports (including Management Team)
-CRH leaders and centers of excellence, such as for Procurement, S&D, H&S, Comex/Opex, Innovation
-Peers in CRH Benelux
-Key customers and suppliers
-Professional, industry and government bodies
-Company works council
Key Functional Competencies

You possess the following:

-Leadership skills, the ability to communicate a vision and motivate a large team of employees
-Proven track record in delivering financial and H&S performance targets and developing talented individuals
-Ability to improve (individual) performance and executing business strategies through multiple teams
-Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to build and develop relationships internally and externally
-Entrepreneurship, Integrity, Driving team commitment, Strategic mindset, Inspire diverse and inclusive teams
 

Experience / Education

You have:

-Multiyear leadership and P&L experience in industrial sectors such as cement, construction materials, energy, or heavy manufacturing — ideally in multinational or matrixed organizations.
-Involvement in driving large-scale decarbonization or energy transition projects.
-Strong knowledge of Benelux and EU environmental regulations, permitting processes, and sustainability frameworks.
-Familiarity with integrated logistics and supply chain management in an industrial setting.
-Demonstrated ability to deliver results while managing complex operational, regulatory, and stakeholder environments.
-Master degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or executive education preferred.
-Multilingual capabilities in Dutch and English (ideally also French).
 

What CRH Offers You

-A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
-Highly competitive salary package
-Significant contribution to your pension plan
-Comprehensive secondary benefits
-Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organisation

 

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