Senior Project Manager – Planning Transformation

Knauf

Senior Project Manager handling supply chain transformation across EMEA for Knauf, a leading global building materials manufacturer, driving structural improvements in logistics, planning, and operations.

Posted 8/3/2026full-timeKitzingen • 🇩🇪 GermanySeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supply Chain Transformation, focusing on Integrated Business Planning (IBP), S&OP, and performance improvement initiatives. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects with measurable operational and financial impact.

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Supply Chain TransformationIntegrated Business Planning (IBP)Project Lifecycle ManagementChange ManagementStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain ManagementBusiness Case DevelopmentCAPEX/OPEX AssessmentPerformance TrackingDemand PlanningInventory OptimizationPlanning TechnologiesAdvanced AnalyticsPlanning AutomationPlanning Governance

Soft Skills

Analytical MindsetResults-OrientedEffective CommunicationLeadershipCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Transformation InitiativesComplex International EnvironmentsGovernanceKPI TrackingContinuous Improvement

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive high-impact supply chain transformation initiatives across EMEA and deliver structural improvements in cost, service and scalability across planning, logistics, manufacturing and order management, with a particular focus on planning excellence.
Act as the transformation lead between strategy, design and implementation—translating strategic objectives into actionable programs and supporting Knauf to deliver complex initiatives with speed, quality and measurable outcomes.
Own the full project lifecycle from opportunity assessment through solution development and business case creation to implementation and benefits realization, shaping scope, priorities and trade-offs within the approved framework.
Lead planning transformation initiatives including Integrated Business Planning (IBP), S&OP, demand planning, supply planning, inventory optimization and planning governance, while supporting executive-level investment and go/no‑go decisions.
Ensure sustainable business impact by leading cross-functional teams and external partners, facilitating governance and stakeholder alignment, and driving adoption through effective change management, KPI tracking and continuous improvement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Supply Chain Management, Planning, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration or a related field, with experience in supply chain transformation, management consulting or program/project leadership in complex international environments.
Proven track record in large-scale transformation programs with measurable operational and financial impact, including extensive experience in developing business cases, investment decision-making, CAPEX/OPEX assessment, benefits realization and performance tracking.
Experience in end-to-end supply chain transformation with deep expertise in planning, operating models, planning technologies and digital transformation, including planning tools/systems, advanced analytics, as well as planning automation and performance improvement initiatives.
Comfortable engaging with senior leaders and board-level executives, including steering committees, VPs and C‑level decision-makers, and experienced in managing external partners within complex matrix organizations.
Structured, analytical and results-oriented mindset, fluent in English, and willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis (approx. 15%).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Stability: Permanent employment contract with a stable, successfully run family-owned company.
Flexibility: 30 days annual leave, special leave for certain occasions, flexitime with a wide time window for flexible working, and weekly home office days.
Fitness & health: Discounts for various sports and leisure activities (e.g. Iphofen gym, swim training, football, etc.) as well as opportunities for active health promotion via our company doctor and occupational safety offerings.
Daily time savings: Ample parking and direct access to public transport from the company site (train, bus).
Future planning: Contributions to capital-building savings schemes and company pension offerings.
Welcome package: Individual onboarding days, company and team events, subsidised staff canteen and our barista coffee bar.
Career & professional development: Individual support and sponsorship for part-time degrees, further training and professional development.
Perks & vouchers: Discounts with well-known brands and reduced-price employee purchases.
E-bike leasing: Benefit from tax advantages while promoting health.
Relocation assistance: Support for international relocation.