Director IT Supply Chain Management (m/f/d)

Knauf Deutschland; Kitzingen (VGem); On-site; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Security

Flexibility

Fitness and health

Daily time savings

Welcome approach

Career and professional development

Benefits and vouchers

Bike leasing

Relocation support

Job summary

Knauf Information Services GmbH in Kitzingen, Germany, seeks a strategic IT leader to architect and drive global SCM IT strategies, aligning IT initiatives with business goals and overseeing end-to-end supply chain IT domains.

Lead a 40–50 person IT team, mentor talent, and partner with SAP S/4HANA and Blue Yonder; fluency in English and German required, willingness to travel worldwide. Knauf offers a stable, growth‑oriented environment with relocation support.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large global IT teams (40–50 members).
• Fluent in English and German; willingness to travel.
• Strong strategic mindset with IT–business alignment.

Responsibilities

• Architect and execute SCM IT strategies aligned with business goals.
• Mentor and develop the SCM team and ensure high performance.
• Oversee Supply Chain, Production Planning, Intralogistics and Logistics.
• Champion adoption of innovative technologies to improve processes.
• Manage IT SCM budget to optimize resources and costs.

Education

Master’s Degree in Information Technology, SCM, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Blue Yonder

Job 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 43,500 employees in 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 Information Services GmbH 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

• Architect and execute cutting-edge SCM IT strategies that align IT initiatives with overarching business goals, ensuring seamless integration and maximum impact
• Inspire, guide, and develop the SCM team, fostering a culture of excellence and high performance through mentorship, training, and strategic direction
• Oversee all facets of Supply Chain & Production Planning, Intralogistics & Warehousing, Order Management, as well as Inbound and Outbound Logistics, ensuring efficient and effective operations
• Champion the adoption of innovative technologies while continuously optimizing existing processes, driving improvements and efficiencies across SCM functions
• Strategically manage the IT SCM budget, driving cost efficiencies and ensuring optimal allocation of resources to support business objectives and sustainable growth

Who you are

• Demonstrated success in leading large global IT teams (40-50 members), providing clear direction, fostering professional growth, and cultivating a high-performance culture
• Highly motivated by change and transformation, viewing these as avenues for continuous learning and development, and driving positive organizational change
• Proficient in both cloud and non-cloud technologies, including SAP S/4HANA and Blue Yonder, with a balanced mix of business process knowledge and IT expertise to bridge the gap between technology and business needs
• Exceptional communicator and collaborator, adept at navigating complex challenges in multicultural environments as well as experienced in using project management tools and agile methodologies such as ServiceNow and Jira
• Master’s Degree in Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, fluency in English and German as well es openness to regular travels to Knauf sites worldwide

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., fitness studio Iphofen, swimming training, soccer, etc.), as well as opportunities for active health promotion through our company doctor and occupational health and safety offers.
• Daily time savings: Ample parking and access to public transport (train, bus).
• Welcome approach: Individual onboarding days, company and team events
• Career and professional development: Individual support and promotion for part-time studies, further education and training.
• Benefits and vouchers: 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

Knauf Information Services GmbH, headquartered in Kitzingen, Germany, is a key driver of the KNAUF Group's global growth and digital transformation. A team of 500 highly qualified experts is committed to supporting the Group and its customers worldwide with innovative IT solutions and customized services. The core competencies of Knauf IT cover a wide range of IT services, including the development and implementation of complex software solutions, the optimization of business processes through digital technologies and ensuring IT security and data protection.

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.