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. Aquapanel GmbH & Co. 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 Supervise the design, implementation and maintenance of building envelope systems, ensuring they meet the highest standards for performance, durability and sustainability; also create detailed designs, specifications and drawings for architects, planners, and contractors Leverage extensive knowledge of gypsum and cement-based sheathing boards to improve system reliability and efficiency, while maintaining close communication with the marketing department Develop a competitive landscape for exteriour boards and identify exact methodologies for customer-specific and profit-margin-based product selection, offering regional design solutions Provide technical support and training to the sales team as needed, including internal training to adapt team structure, ensuring they effectively support customers and projects Identify and engage potential customers involved in specific construction projects to secure specifications and contracts, while leading projects to ensure timely completion within budget, collaborating with cross-functional teams Who you are Successful degree in engineering with an affinity for business administration or a degree in business administration with technical understanding Several years of consulting experience in business unit strategy, growth strategy, and program management; experience in due diligence and the building materials/construction industry is an advantage but not mandatory Proven track record of working in specific projects, ideally with extensive experience in Gypsum Products & Systems; solid understanding of the construction industry Strong analytical, conceptual and strategic abilities, coupled with a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset and excellent communication skills in German and English, particularly at the executive level A candidate with a history of successfully completed projects, enjoys people-oriented roles, has excellent PC skills, and is willing to travel globaly (up to 30%) 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 business Flexibility: 30 days' vacation, special leave for certain occasions, flextime account with a wide time window for flexible working and weekly home office days Daily time savings: Sufficient parking spaces and connection to public transport (train & bus) Career and career development: Individual support and encouragement for part-time studies, further education and training Benefits and vouchers: Discounts with well-known brands Relocation Support: Support in the event of a international change of location Knauf as an employer Founded in 2002, Knauf Aquapanel is a leading manufacturer of cement board systems. From our beginnings, we have grown into a global flagship brand with a presence in over 60 countries. Today, the premium brand AQUAPANEL® is the preferred choice of architects, specifiers and manufacturers, offering significant performance benefits for all building types. 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.