Area Manager

Overview

Lead and manage commercial waste operations, drive growth and transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• digital systems
• cost control
• budget planning
• strategy execution
• performance reporting
• operational management

Tasks

-Maximise profitability, achieve operational excellence, deliver first class customer service and drive our business purpose. -Delivering operational efficiencies through use of digital systems, asset utilisation and cost control. -Define and establish effective working relationships across wider functions such as Fleet, Customer Services, Sales, Risk and assurance, HR and Finance, ensuring that clear and efficient cross function operational processes are defined, driving accountability and compliance with them. -Transform ways of working, processes and the culture of the team to ensure optimum growth and success with an engaged workforce. -Preparing annual budgets, forecasts and business models. -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. -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. -Develop and encourage innovation to tackle the expectations and demands of customers, as well as changes in market conditions and legislation. -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.

Requirements

• leadership
• project management
• transformation
• level 5
• commercial waste
• cultural change

What You Bring

-Experience of leading and influencing across a matrixed environment. -Strong project management skills and ability to prioritise among competing priorities. -Experience of leading and driving transformation and change. -Level 5 Leadership & Management or equivalent work experience. -Experience of leading & managing Commercial Waste businesses. -Experienced in cultural 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.

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Benefits

What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. 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: 25-11-2025 Ready to find the right role for you? Area Business Manager (Commercial Waste) Salary: Competitive plus performance bonus, company car/car cash allowance, medical cover and pension Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week Location: Wirral 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; We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. -Choice of company car or car cash allowance -25 days of annual leave -Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential -One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community -Single medical cover -Eligible for an annual performance bonus -Access to our company pension scheme

About Veolia Uk

-A leader in environmental solutions, Veolia UK has been transforming waste and water management. -The company provides a comprehensive range of services from waste collection and recycling to water treatment and energy generation. -With a strong commitment to sustainability, Veolia UK works with businesses and local authorities to deliver innovative, eco-friendly solutions. -It serves various sectors, including commercial, industrial, residential, and municipal, ensuring efficient resource management and reduced environmental footprint. -Veolia UK's services extend beyond the UK, making it a major player in global environmental management, focusing on circular economy practices. -The company is also involved in renewable energy projects, including waste-to-energy plants and energy-from-waste technologies. -Through technological advancements, Veolia UK continues to optimize resource efficiency and develop new systems for waste reduction and water purification.

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