Operational Excellence Manager (m/f/d)

Knauf Group; Iphofen (VGem); On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Security

Flexibility

Career development

Corporate benefits

Bike leasing

Relocation support

Wellness program

Parking access

Job summary

Knauf Group in Germany seeks a senior professional to lead the digital evolution of our Order-to-Cash landscape across EMEA, delivering measurable improvements for customers, teams and the business.

You will transform operational challenges into scalable, data-driven solutions, shape simpler order management processes, and drive adoption through change management across global sites. Fluent English required; travel may be occasional.

Qualifications

• Experience in Order-to-Cash, Supply Chain or analytics environment.
• Ability to use data to identify opportunities and drive measurable impact.
• Familiarity with process improvement methods and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the digital evolution of Knauf’s Order-to-Cash landscape across EMEA, creating measurable improvements for customers, teams and the business.
• Transform operational challenges into scalable solutions by combining data insights, automation and decision-making.
• Shape simpler, more consistent Order Management processes and embed global standards, KPIs and best practices across Business Areas.
• Bring people and solutions together by leading rollouts, driving adoption and supporting teams through change, from concept to operations.
• Build and energise an international Order-to-Cash community, sharing insights and accelerating continuous improvement across regions.

Skills

Order-to-Cash

Supply Chain

Business Analytics

Data-driven decisions

Tools

Celonis

SAP Analytics Cloud

Tableau

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 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.

Gebrüder 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

• Lead the digital evolution of Knauf’s Order-to-Cash landscape across EMEA, creating measurable improvements for customers, teams and the business




• Transform operational challenges into scalable solutions by combining process intelligence, automation and data-driven decision-making




• Shape simpler, more consistent Order Management processes and embed global standards, KPIs and best practices across Business Areas




• Bring people and solutions together by leading rollouts, driving adoption and supporting teams through change, from initial concept to sustainable operations




• Build and energise an international Order-to-Cash community, sharing insights and accelerating continuous improvement across regions

Who you are

• Passionate about improving how businesses operate, with experience in Order-to-Cash, Supply Chain, Business Analytics or a comparable operational environment




• Use data confidently to identify opportunities and create measurable impact, ideally with experience in tools such as Celonis, SAP Analytics Cloud or Tableau; a formal certification, such as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, is a plus




• Energised by complex challenges and able to turn them into practical, user-focused and scalable improvements




• A trusted communicator who can connect stakeholders across operations, business and technology, creating alignment without relying on formal authority




• Curious, proactive and ready to take ownership in an international environment, supported by fluent English and a willingness to travel occasionally

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, dry construction systems, plasters and accessories, external thermal insulation composite systems, paints, screeds, flooring systems as well as construction equipment and tools. With more than 300 production sites and sales organizations in over 90 countries, the Knauf Group is undeniably one of the big players on the world 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.