Description
About Breedon Group:
Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact.
Position Overview:
The Business Manager – Aggregates & Asphalt East will lead the operational, commercial and financial performance of our Aggregates & Asphalt business across the East. Translating strategy into safe, efficient and effective day-to-day delivery, you will drive high-quality production, excellent customer service and continuous improvement in revenue, profitability and performance.
This is a senior leadership opportunity for a commercially astute and hands‑on leader who can inspire diverse teams, strengthen customer relationships and build a sustainable, high‑performing business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development strategies for Aggregates & Asphalt across the area.
- Set and monitor annual production, sales and EBITDA forecasts, taking timely corrective action where required.
- Drive safe, efficient and high‑quality operations through robust performance review, cost control and continuous improvement.
- Develop long‑term asset performance and capital investment plans that support sustainable growth and operational efficiency.
- Lead pricing and commercial performance reviews to improve revenue, margins, market share and customer value.
- Identify growth opportunities through market insight, customer segmentation, diversification and direct engagement with major accounts.
- Lead, coach and develop operational and commercial management teams, building capability, accountability and a strong talent pipeline.
- Champion visible leadership and a positive, inclusive culture focused on health, safety, wellbeing, collaboration and improvement
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- A demonstrable track record of delivering financial performance while maintaining high standards of health and safety.
- Significant experience of developing business strategy and leading successful delivery through diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Strong commercial and business acumen, with the ability to manage operational performance, costs, pricing and profitability.
- Highly developed communication and influencing skills, with the credibility to build effective internal, external and customer relationships.
- Proven success in coaching and developing high‑performing individuals and teams.
- High integrity, resilience and sound judgement, with the ability to operate effectively in a complex and changing market.
- Experience within aggregates, asphalt, construction materials or a similarly complex operational and commercial environment.
Job Benefits
- Company car or cash allowance
- Bonus scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- Company Pension Scheme
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Holiday buy scheme
- Share Saver Scheme participation
- Company Life Assurance Scheme
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
- Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
- Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways
Diversity Statement:
At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.
Breedon is a leading vertically-integrated construction materials group in Great Britain and Ireland.
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Business Manager - East in Bedford employer: Breedon Group
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