Project Manager - Gypsum Recycling (m/f/d)

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 42,500 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.

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 in your actions?
• Do you strive for personal and professional growth?

Project Manager – Gypsum Recycling (m/f/d)

• You will lead and coordinate projects within the Gypsum Recycling Competence Center, evaluating different value chains and supporting the development of business cases in preparation for investment decisions.
• Market analyses and data-driven evaluations are essential for identifying recycling opportunities and ensuring compliance with global standards and country-specific environmental legislation.
• Ensuring the safety of oneself and others by adhering to company health and safety procedures is a key responsibility of this position.
• You will collaborate closely with internal and external partners to align project goals and foster cross-functional teamwork across departments and regions.
• Through travel and engagement with our business units and country organizations across Europe, you will support local recycling projects and establish effective new collaborations.

• You possess a degree in engineering, sustainability, environmental science, business administration, or a related field, which has given you a solid technical and environmental background.
• Fluency in English is required and proficiency in an additional European language is considered a bonus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset are essential for effective project management, building strong stakeholder relationships, and successfully completing initiatives.
• A deep understanding of recycling processes and environmental legislation enables you to balance strategic planning with compliance requirements.
• Your profile is complete with your solid experience in project management or the building materials industry, and if available, your SAP knowledge.

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 direct access to public transport from the company premises (train, bus).
• Future planning: Subsidies for capital-forming benefits and offers for company pension schemes.
• Welcome approach: Individual onboarding days, company and team events, subsidized company canteen and our Barista coffee bar.
• 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.
• E-Bike leasing: Using tax advantages while promoting your own health.
• Relocation support: Assistance with international relocation.