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.

Are you seeking an exciting and challenging role in an international work environment? Look no further!

We're are seeking to recruit a Global Product Owner Workday Recruiting (f/m/d) to join our engaged Workday team in the Group Human Resources department. The position is based at our Headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany, and reports to the position Manager Workday.

In this position you will play a key role in driving the evolution of our global recruiting processes. This parental leave cover (limited for 18 months) offers a unique chance to lead strategic initiatives, collaborate across borders, and leave a lasting impact on our HR digital transformation.

For tomorrow - for a common future

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

System Ownership & Optimization

• Own and continuously improve the global configuration of the Workday Recruiting module
• Ensure system documentation is up-to-date and accessible
• Support local country teams with administrative tasks, troubleshooting, and issue resolution

Strategic Roadmap & Innovation

• Deliver on the 2025/2026 roadmap and help shape future enhancements in alignment with HR strategy
• Stay ahead of the curve by continuously upskilling in Workday - exploring new features, participating in trainings, engaging with the Workday Community, and benchmarking with other Workday customers

Reporting & Access Management

• Work closely with reporting experts to analyze needs and define the best approach for implementation
• Develop a strong understanding of Workday's user rights framework and apply it effectively to recruiting processes and reporting

Global Collaboration & Enablement

• Act as a trusted advisor to key users in countries already live with Workday Recruiting, while also ensuring smooth onboarding and adoption for new countries opting into the module
• Champion user adoption by translating business needs into intuitive system solutions

Commitment that pays off

YOUR PROFILE

• University degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field
• Familiarity with HR systems, ideally Workday, or experience with digital recruiting tools
• Initial experience in HR, IT, or consulting is a plus
• Exposure to agile project management tools like JIRA is beneficial
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and quality
• Excellent English skills (team language); German or other languages are a plus

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 desk
• 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