Managing Director Cementbouw/VVM

Country: Netherlands 
City: Wanssum, The Netherlands ; Antwerp, Belgium 
Req ID: 511278
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 www.cementbouw.nl and 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