Job Opportunities API

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 . Gebr. Knauf KG is 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 Drive high-impact Supply Chain transformation initiatives across EMEA, creating structural improvements in cost, service and scalability across Planning, Logistics, Manufacturing and Order Management, with a particular focus on Planning excellence Act as a transformation leader between strategy, design and execution, translating strategic objectives into executable programmes and enabling Knauf to deliver complex initiatives with speed, quality and measurable results Own the full project lifecycle from opportunity assessment, solution design and business case development through implementation and benefits realisation, while shaping scope, priorities and key trade-offs within the approved framework Lead planning transformation initiatives including Integrated Business Planning (IBP), S&OP, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Optimization, and Planning governance, while supporting key investment and go/no-go decisions at executive level Ensure sustainable business impact by steering cross-functional teams and external partners, facilitating governance and stakeholder alignment, and driving adoption through effective change management, KPI tracking and continuous improvement Who you are Qualified with a degree in Supply Chain Management, Planning, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration or a related field, with experience in supply chain transformation, management consulting or project leadership in complex international environments Proven in delivering large-scale transformation programmes with measurable operational and financial impact, including strong experience in business case development, investment decisions, CAPEX/OPEX evaluation, value realisation and benefits tracking Experienced in end-to-end supply chain transformation with deep expertise in Planning, operating models, planning technologies and digital transformation, including Planning tools/ systems, advanced analytics, and planning automation and performance improvement initiatives Confident in working with senior stakeholders and executive leadership, including Steering Committees, Vice Presidents and C-level decision-makers, and experienced in steering external partners in complex matrix organisations Bringing a structured, analytical and results-oriented mindset, fluency in English, and willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis (approximately 15%) 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 home office days. Fitness and health : Discounts on various sports and leisure activities (e.g