Manager, Sustainability Strategy — EMEA

Knauf Gips KG

Manager in Sustainability Strategy for EMEA at Knauf Gips KG, supporting the development and execution of sustainability strategies across regions.

Posted 8/3/2026full-timeIphofen • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing sustainability strategies while translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable business initiatives. Strong analytical skills and a commercial mindset are essential for prioritizing investments and managing cross-functional projects in the building materials or construction industry.

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Sustainability Strategy DevelopmentRegulatory Compliance AnalysisProject Management in Matrix OrganizationsBusiness Case DevelopmentAnalytical and Commercial Mindset

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Hard Skills

Sustainability TopicsFinancial Impact AnalysisPortfolio-Level AnalysisDecision Framework DevelopmentCross-Regional Implementation

Soft Skills

Ownership and IndependenceHands-On MentalityAbility to Structure Complex Topics

Industry Keywords

Building MaterialsConstruction IndustryMarket TrendsProduct DevelopmentCommercial Impact

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development and execution of the EMEA sustainability strategy at the intersection of sustainability, product management, business functions, and technological transformation
Derive strategic priorities and translate them into actionable measures for cross-regional implementation
Independently drive defined cross-functional workstreams from concept through to execution
Translate complex external requirements, including regulatory developments such as PPWR, EmpCo, and DPP, into clear business implications and actionable initiatives
Continuously assess market and regulatory trends to identify risks and opportunities
Contribute to portfolio-level analyses across products, markets, and time horizons
Develop decision frameworks that help management prioritise investments by connecting technical transformation needs with commercial impact
Ensure alignment between sustainability requirements and product development, positioning, and roadmap decisions across diverse markets

Requirements

What you’ll need

Several years of experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, business development, or a similar commercial role
Strong exposure to sustainability topics
Ability to translate sustainability topics into concrete business implications
Experience in the building materials or construction industry is a strong advantage
Strong analytical and commercial mindset
Comfortable working with business cases, scenarios, and financial impact analyses
Ability to structure complex topics into clear recommendations and actionable plans
Sound understanding of business and product environments
Experience managing projects and programmes across complex matrix organisations
High degree of ownership and independence in driving topics
Hands-on mentality with the ability to see initiatives through from concept to final delivery
Fluent in English; additional language skills are a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

30 days of vacation
Special leave for certain occasions
Flexitime account with a wide time window for flexible working and two home-office days per week
Discounts on various sports and leisure activities (e.g., local fitness centre, swimming lessons, football, etc.)
Opportunities for active health promotion via company doctor and occupational health and safety services
Ample parking and direct access to public transport (train, bus) at company premises
Subsidies for capital-building benefits and options for company pension schemes
Individual onboarding days
Company and team events
Subsidised staff canteen and Barista coffee bar
Individual support for part-time studies, further education, and training
Discounts on well-known brands and reduced-price employee purchases
E-bike leasing