Manager Corporate Strategy (m/f/d)

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

• You will work closely with the Board of Management (General Partners), helping to shape their strategic agenda and supporting key board-related topics

• In close collaboration with our Head of Strategy & Corporate Development, you will help drive the enterprise-wide strategy execution process to realize Knauf’s ambition, and define priorities, opportunities, and risks

• Partnering closely with business units and group functions, you will design high impact strategic projects and ensure an efficient, disciplined rollout

• In partnership with Corporate Finance, you will align financial and strategic planning with the expectations of Knauf management while establishing and documenting best practices and institutionalizing key learnings

• You will bring rigorous problem solving and strategic frameworks to advance corporate initiatives

Who you are

• Holding preferably a master’s degree or MBA and at least three years’ work experience either at a top tier management consultancy or within a strategic function in the building materials or an adjacent industry

• Demonstrating a trajectory of rapid learning, constructive problem solving, strong communication skills and strong business acumen

• You are a collaborative and motivated team player who is comfortable working across functions and regions, builds strong relationships, and brings the persistence and positive mindset needed to drive topics forward

• Excellent English and good German skills complete your profile

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 (with attractive compensation in line with the collective agreement or above tariff)

• Flexibility: 30 days of vacation, (flexitime account) and a modern hybrid working culture with weekly home office days

• Career and professional development: Continuous learning and individual development opportunities with a wide range of seminars, webinars and e-learning opportunities

• Corporate Benefits: Discounts on well-known brands and reduced-price employee purchases

• Bike leasing: Using tax advantages while promoting your own health

• Relocation support: Assistance with international relocation

• Fitness and health: Offers of active health promotion, company doctor, occupational health and safety, etc.

• Daily time savings: Short and convenient commutes thanks to ample parking, direct public transport access via the plant site (, and a shuttle service to our office in Kitzingen)

• Feel Welcome: Structured onboarding days as well as company and team events for a successful start and quick integration into the team

• Take a Break: Canteen with subsidized meals and a barista coffee bar for relaxing breaks

Knauf as an employer

Knauf is one of the world's leading manufacturers of modern insulation materials, drywall systems, plasters and accessories, thermal insulation composite systems, paints, screeds, flooring systems, as well as construction equipment and tools. With more than 300 production facilities and sales organizations in over 90 countries, the Knauf Group is undoubtedly one of the major players in the global market.

The Knauf Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we make all personnel decisions across all areas of our company based on experience, skills and integrity. We encourage applicants from all walks of life to apply for our positions, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, origin, religion and so forth.

Share our values and become part of the team to shape the future of Knauf together.