Global Sustainability Program Manager (m/f/d)
Location
Iphofen | Germany
Job description
Global Sustainability Program Manager (m/f/d)
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Supply Chain & Logistics
Iphofen
hybrid
Knauf Building Systems streamline planning and construction, offering comprehensive solutions and quality assurance, around the world.
Aligned with shared visions and goals, we at Knauf worldwide live and work according to clear values: humaneness, partnership, commitment, and entrepreneurial spirit. If you share these values, the following challenge may interest you.
What you'll do
Develop and implement a comprehensive sustainability strategy for the supply chain transportation (scope 3), aligned with the company's overall sustainability goals and objectives
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, operations, logistics, and external partners, to identify opportunities for sustainable improvements throughout the supply chain process
Lead the design and execution of sustainable sourcing initiatives, focusing on ethical procurement practices, carbon footprint reduction, waste minimization, and responsible resource management
Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to sustainable supply chain management, providing guidance and recommendations for continuous improvement
Act as a subject matter expert on sustainability topics within the supply chain, providing guidance and support to internal teams and external partners; represent Knauf in conferences and working groups
Who you are
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, environmental science, business administration, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field with a focus on sustainability initiatives
Proven track record of successfully implementing sustainability programs within complex supply chain environments
Strong understanding of sustainability principles, including carbon footprint reduction, circular economy concepts, and social responsibility standards
Excellent project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results in a fast-paced environment
WE.YOU.TOGETHER.
We all shape our lives in our own way. As an employer, we are an important part that indirectly supports this with a wide range of offers, as well as providing security and reliability for all employees. This includes, among other things:
Security: Permanent employment contract in a stable, successful family-owned business
Flexibility: 30 days of vacation, special leave for certain occasions, a wide time window for flexible working and weekly home office days
Fitness and health: Discounts on various sports and leisure activities (e.g. Iphofen gym, swimming, soccer, etc.) as well as active health promotion through company doctor, occupational safety, etc.
Daily time savings: Plenty of parking space and direct access to public transport (train, bus) through the company premises
Feel welcome: Welcome days and individual onboarding, company and team events, a subsidized casino and our Barista coffee bar
Personal career and career development: Individual support for extra-occupational studies, further education and training courses
Benefits and vouchers: Employee vouchers and discounts with well-known brands as well as discounted employee purchasing
Relocation Support: Support in the event of a international change of location
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Knauf as an employer
Knauf is an international market leader in the building materials industry. About 41,500 employees at over 300 locations worldwide generate a turnover of over 15.4 billion euros. The foundation of our success as family business are our corporate values of humanity, partnership, commitment, and entrepreneurial spirit.
The Knauf Group is a proud equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive working environment and therefore base all our employment selection decisions, within all aspects of our business, on experience, skill, and integrity. We strongly encourage applicants from all walks of life to apply for our positions, irrespective of age, sex, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, origin, religion, etc.
About Knauf Group
Knauf is one of the world's leading manufacturers of modern insulation materials, drylining systems, plasters and accessories, thermal insulation composite systems, paints, floor screed, floor systems, and construction equipment and tools. With more than 300 production facilities and sales organisations in over 90 countries, 42,000 employees worldwide, and sales of 15.4 billion euros (in 2022), the Knauf Group is without doubt one of the big players on the market - in Europe, the USA, South America, Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Develop and implement a comprehensive sustainability strategy for the supply chain transportation (scope 3), aligned with the company's overall sustainability goals and objectives
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, operations, logistics, and external partners, to identify opportunities for sustainable improvements throughout the supply chain process
Lead the design and execution of sustainable sourcing initiatives, focusing on ethical procurement practices, carbon footprint reduction, waste minimization, and responsible resource management
Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to sustainable supply chain management, providing guidance and recommendations for continuous improvement
Act as a subject matter expert on sustainability topics within the supply chain, providing guidance and support to internal teams and external partners; represent Knauf in conferences and working groups
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, environmental science, business administration, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field with a focus on sustainability initiatives
Proven track record of successfully implementing sustainability programs within complex supply chain environments
Strong understanding of sustainability principles, including carbon footprint reduction, circular economy concepts, and social responsibility standards
Excellent project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results in a fast-paced environment
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