Supply Chain Network Design Analyst EMEA (m/f/d)

Knauf Group; Kitzingen (VGem); Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Security: Permanent contract

30 days vacation and hybrid work

Career development opportunities

Relocation support

Bike leasing

Job summary

Knauf Group is seeking a skilled professional to shape supply chain strategy and drive cost and CO2 reductions across global networks. The role focuses on modelling, simulations, and end-to-end digital twin development to translate insights into actionable supply chain plans.

You will collaborate with regional stakeholders, analyse complex data, and communicate strategic recommendations to senior leaders to enable robust decision-making and improvements across production and logistics.

Qualifications

• Degree in Economics, Industrial Engineering, or Supply Chain Management.
• Proven experience in supply chain modelling and optimisation.
• Experience with ERP environments and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Take the helm in crafting and refining operating models, business cases and strategic initiatives focused on driving down supply chain costs and CO2 emissions, while elevating service delivery standards.
• Lead network optimization studies using simulations and scenario evaluations to unlock efficiencies.
• Collaborate with regional teams to build end-to-end digital twin of production and supply network and translate insights into robust strategies.
• Dive deep into data analysis to identify opportunities for performance improvement.
• Serve as liaison between business units and supply chain analytics to align strategy and decisions.

Skills

Supply chain thinking

Stakeholder communication

Data-driven decision making

Project management

Education

Economics

Industrial Engineering

Supply Chain Management

Tools

AIMMS

Python

SQL

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

• Take the helm in crafting and refining operating models, business cases and strategic initiatives focused on driving down supply chain costs and CO2 emissions, all while elevating service delivery standards

• Lead the charge in executing comprehensive network optimization studies, leveraging cutting‑edge simulations and scenario evaluations to unlock efficiencies and drive results

• Engage closely with the regional responsibilities (cross‑divisional & cross‑country) to build the end‑to‑end digital twin of our production and supply network, to translate insights into robust supply chain strategies and to define tomorrows optimization challenges (e. g. forecast, go‑to‑market‑strategy, …)

• Dive deep into data analysis, leveraging customer insights, transport, and logistics data to pinpoint opportunities for performance enhancement and operational excellence

• Serve as the primary liaison between our business units and supply chain analytics, facilitating seamless communication and collaboration to ensure strategic alignment and impactful decision‑making

Who you are

• Hold a degree in Economics, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related field, complemented by hands‑on experience with supply chain modelling and optimisation tools such as AIMMS; experience in Python and/or SQL is a plus, while project management experience is an advantage

• Bring proven expertise in Supply Chain Management and network optimisation, using advanced modelling and analytical methods to improve efficiency, resilience and innovation

• Turn complex data sets into clear, actionable insights that shape strategic decisions across production, logistics and the wider supply chain network

• Engage confidently with senior stakeholders and executive leaders, preparing and pitching strategic network decisions and translating analytical requirements and findings into compelling recommendations that drive alignment and action

• Combine strong problem‑solving skills with meticulous attention to detail to navigate ERP environments, identify improvement opportunities and streamline end‑to‑end processes
  

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 organisations in over 90 countries, the Knauf Group is undoubtedly 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.