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.

Gebr. 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

• In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the PMO framework, including standards and governance processes such as project prioritization, resource allocation, and risk management for Digital HR projects
• A key focus will be ensuring that all projects and products align with the organization’s digital HR strategy and deliver measurable business value
• You will oversee the portfolio of digital HR projects, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budgets, and high-quality outcomes. Regular performance updates will be provided to senior leadership to maintain transparency and alignment
• Collaboration with HR leaders, IT teams, and external vendors will be essential to ensure seamless project execution. Additionally, you will play a key role in driving the adoption of agile methodologies and digital-first approaches within the HR function
• Another important aspect of this role is providing thought leadership on how digital tools and solutions can enhance HR processes and improve employee engagement

Who you are

• You have a degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, IT, or a related field. Your qualifications are supported by several years of project management experience
• Proven expertise in managing digital transformation projects, preferably in HR, and strong knowledge of HR technologies such as SAP SuccessFactors are essential for this position
• Familiarity with both agile and waterfall methodologies, combined with exceptional organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities, is a key requirement for success in this role
• Your strong communication and interpersonal skills enable you to effectively influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, making you a valuable collaborator across teams and departments
• Fluency in English is essential for this role, and proficiency in German is beneficial. Additional language skills further enhance your profile and are considered an advantage

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.
• 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

Knauf as an employer

Knauf is one of the world's leading manufacturers of modern insulation materials, drywall systems, plasters and accessories, thermal insulation composite systems, paints, screeds, flooring systems, as well as construction equipment and tools. With more than 300 production facilities and sales organizations in over 90 countries, the Knauf Group is undoubtedly one of the major players in the global 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.