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Area Business Manager
Salary: Competitive plus performance bonus, company car/car cash allowance, medical cover and pension
Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week
Location: Covering Lincoln, Peterborough, Northampton & Grantham
When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.
We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
What we can offer you;
Eligible for an annual performance bonus
25 days of annual leave
Single medical cover
Choice of company car or car cash allowance
Access to our company pension scheme
One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
What you'll be doing;
The Area Manager is accountable for leading and managing an operational Area structure, directly influencing business development, growth opportunities, operational excellence and service delivery activities across a portfolio of customers.
Accountable for effectively leading and developing Business Managers and working alongside Commercial managers and the team to deliver on all aspects of the Commercial strategy in a safe and legally compliant manner.
Maximise profitability, achieve operational excellence, deliver first class customer service and drive our business purpose.
Transform ways of working, processes and the culture of the team to ensure optimum growth and success with an engaged workforce.
Develop and encourage innovation to tackle the expectations and demands of customers, as well as changes in market conditions and legislation.
Create, implement and lead the short (0-6 months) and medium (12-24 months) strategy for the Area, ensuring engagement and commitment from key stakeholders at all levels.
Support on the delivery of net sales growth for the Region.
Promoting clear, transparent and accurate reporting of business performance.
Preparing annual budgets, forecasts and business models.
Delivering operational efficiencies through use of digital systems, asset utilisation and cost control.
What we're looking for;
Experience of leading & managing Commercial Waste businesses.
Experience of leading and driving transformation and change.
Strategic thinker who is solution focussed and creative, with the ability to implement strategy and embed into a business.
Ability to build relationships and influence at mid to senior leadership level.
Experience of leading and influencing across a matrixed environment.
Strong project management skills and ability to prioritise among competing priorities.
Experienced in cultural change.
Level 5 Leadership & Management or equivalent work experience.
What's next?
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.
We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.
We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.
If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.
Job Posting End Date:
05-02-2025
What's next?
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.
We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.
We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply