Managing Director Cementbouw/VVM

tainability 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 https://www.cementbouw.nl and https://www.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