Manager Sustainability Strategy EMEA (m/f/d)
knaufdeutschland
| Company | knaufdeutschland |
| Category | Consulting & Strategy |
| Location | — |
| Remote | — |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (teamtailor) |
Description
Knauf stands for opportunity. This exciting role offers you the ideal opportunity to begin and further develop an impressive career within a values-driven culture. As a global building materials manufacturer with around 43,500 employees in over 90 countries , we offer diverse opportunities to ambitious talent. We value every contribution and are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment with the aim of developing sustainable solutions for a better future . Knauf Gips KG i s proud to be a part of the Knauf Group. With a long-standing tradition, and a growing international presence, we are seeking dedicated individuals to help us achieve our long-term vision. Can you say ‘yes’? Is respectful and appreciative interaction within the team a given for you? Do you always put the customer at the center of your actions? Do you consider the future and upcoming generations in your actions? Do you strive for personal and professional growth? What you'll do You support the development and execution of the EMEA sustainability strategy at the intersection of sustainability, product management, business functions, and technological transformation Using structured methodologies, you derive strategic priorities and turn them into actionable measures for cross-regional implementation, while independently driving defined cross-functional workstreams from concept through to execution At the same time, you translate complex external requirements, including regulatory developments such as PPWR, EmpCo, and DPP, into clear business implications and actionable initiatives, while continuously assessing market and regulatory trends for risks and opportunities You contribute to portfolio-level analyses across products, markets, and time horizons, and develop decision frameworks that help management prioritise investments by connecting technical transformation needs with commercial impact As a key interface to Product Management, you ensure alignment between sustainability requirements and product development, positioning, and roadmap decisions across diverse markets, while supporting consistent cross-regional interpretation and positioning of sustainability topics throughout EMEA Who you are Several years of experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, business development or a similar commercial role have provided you with strong exposure to sustainability topics and the ability to translate them into business implications, while experience in the building materials or construction industry is a strong advantage You bring a strong analytical and commercial mindset and are comfortable working with business cases, scenarios, and financial impacts, while structuring complex topics into clear recommendations and actionable plans In addition, you have a sound understanding of business and product environments and enjoy working cross-functionally with a wide range of stakeholders You demonstrate a high degree of ownership, are experienced in managing projects and programmes across complex matrix organisations and can drive topics independently in a dynamic environment A hands-on mentality and the ability to see initiatives through from concept to final delivery in a complex industrial manufacturing context complement your profile, alongside fluency in English and additional language skills as a plus What we offer you We all shape our lives individually. As an employer, we play a significant role in the daily life of our employees and aim to support them with various offerings. This includes, among other things: Security : Permanent employment contract in a stable, successful family-owned company. Flexibility : 30 days of vacation, special leave for certain occasions, flexitime account with a broad time window for flexible working and weekly 2 home office days. Fitness and health : Discounts on various sports and leisure activitie