Heidelberg Materials - Material to build your future

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

For our Group Human Resources Department, we are seeking to recruit a (Senior) Workday Compensation Expert (f/m/d).

Your role serves as a bridge between strategic compensation expertise and the technical implementation within Workday, our global HRIS platform. As the global product owner for the Compensation and Goals modules, you will oversee the configuration and related processes across more than 50 countries.

This position is centered on strengthening our capabilities in strategically important areas across the Group and offers a highly international, cross-functional environment. It requires close alignment with the strategic priorities of the Compensation & Benefits team, as well as ongoing collaboration with our dedicated Workday team to continuously enhance our system landscape.

You will work closely with stakeholders from Group, Area, and Country HR to ensure a balanced approach - one that maintains compliance with global standards while also accommodating local requirements. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our global compensation framework and contribute meaningfully to our digital HR transformation in a dynamic and international setting.

This position is located in Heidelberg. You will directly report to the position Head of Compensation & Benefits.

For tomorrow - for a common future

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

• Prepare, manage, and run our annual global compensation processes (compensation review and bonus payout process) as well as annual goal management processes in Workday, including communication and training for our global compensation community and intensive process support.
• Maintain a strong understanding of strategic priorities in C&B as well as our Workday implementation journey to align initiatives accordingly.
• Review and implement new Workday features with strong focus on automation and optimized user experience.
• Drive enhancements in our Workday compensation and goals modules with support of internal technical application specialists and external consultants.
• Collaborate with stakeholders from Group, Area and Country HR as well as external consultants to understand our diverse local setups, translate them into Workday requirements, and assess feasibility against our global standards.

Commitment that pays off

YOUR PROFILE

• University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Applied Computer Sciences, or a related field.
• 3+ years professional experience in an HR environment(preferably Compensation & Benefits or HR Technology), from a relevant consulting role or corporate function.
• Proficiency and hands-on experience with a HRIS platform, specifically Workday experience would be an advantage.
• Very good understanding of compensation concepts/frameworks, HR processes and digitalization in HR.
• Proven ability to manage complex customer/stakeholder landscapes and translate business needs into technical requirements.
• Analytical, tech-savvy and data-driven mindset with attention to detail and process optimization.
• Excellent communication skills in a highly international and multicultural context.
• Fluent in English(fluency in German is an asset).

What makes the Heidelberg Materials Group interesting?

OUR OFFER

We are convinced that only those who successfully realize their personal goals can also fully contribute professionally. That's why we offer you attractive benefits, such as:

• Flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working within Germany
• 30 vacation days plus additional special vacation days
• Attractive compensation with profit share/bonus, Christmas, and vacation payment
• Multiple learning & development options: support of job-related further training, various technical and leadership development programs
• JobTicket, JobBike and further special conditions and discounts for e.g., gyms
• Company fitness room, various sports classes, health, and prevention campaigns
• Individual onboarding with buddy program as well as various networking initiatives (Network of Women, International Network etc.)
• Modern headquarters next to the river Neckar with ergonomic workplaces and height-adjustable desks
• Canteen with discounted and healthy meals
• Bicycle and underground parking with charging stations - for e-bike and car

... and much more.

Contact

We believe in the power of diverse teams and therefore welcome applications from all people - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, as well as sexual orientation and identity.

Please apply online. If you have any questions, please contact us:

Lara Janna Pasaric

Talent Acquisition Lead

[email protected]

For more information:

www.heidelbergmaterials.com/en/career