Operations Manager
About Holcim
We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.
Since 1858, we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.
Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.
Holcim UK Company Benefits
Competitive Salary, Company Car, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognising the contribution you bring
Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety
We care about you and your family. That’s why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.
Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business.
Private Medical Insurance for you and Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.
Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad
Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace
Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products
The Opportunity
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to take the lead on some of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects. As an Operations Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring that Holcim’s aggregates power the build of landmark projects.
You’ll be the key link between our business and our customers, coordinating everything from supply chain logistics to commercial delivery. This is your chance to make a tangible impact, managing large-scale operations, building long-term partnerships, and driving success across nationally significant projects.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead the delivery of aggregate supply to projects, ensuring the highest standards of quality, service, and safety.
Build and manage strong customer relationships with major contractors, developing a reputation for reliability and excellence.
Coordinate across teams — from logistics and shipping to quarry operations, you'll ensure a smooth, on-time, and efficient delivery.
Oversee supply chain operations, managing risks, capacity, and inventory to meet tight project deadlines.
Represent Holcim at project meetings and stakeholder forums, acting as the face of our aggregates business.
Champion health, safety, and sustainability, ensuring all work meets Holcim’s world-class standards.
What You’ll Bring
Proven experience in operational management within aggregates, construction materials, or major infrastructure sectors.
A strong understanding of supply chain, logistics, and commercial management — ideally with experience in bulk materials or complex delivery networks.
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to collaborate across multiple stakeholders.
Commercial acumen with experience negotiating large contracts and managing performance to target.
A proactive, problem-solving mindset, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-stakes environment.
We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.
- Team
- Production & Operations
- Role
- South East
- Locations
- Cambridge - Concrete Plant, Holcim, Great Yarmouth, Holcim, London Gateway, Thurrock, SS17 9DY, King's Lynn, Little Paxton Quarry High Street, Little Paxton Cambridgshire PE19 6ET, William George Way, off Mill Drove, Blackborough End, King's Lynn PE32 1GN, United Kingdom
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