IT Governance and Strategy Manager

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 43,500 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.

Knauf Information Services GmbH 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

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive IT governance framework, including policies, standards, and processes, aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices
• Ensure IT strategy aligns with Knauf IT's transformation objectives and Knauf strategy, maximizing the value contribution of Group IT
• Lead the creation, communication, and implementation of IT policies, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements
• Establish and monitor governance KPIs and performance metrics to track compliance, effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement
• Collaborate with IT teams, business stakeholders, and external partners to ensure alignment, engagement, and adoption of governance practices, while promoting accountability through training and awareness initiatives
  
  

Who you are

• Hold a degree in Business studies, Computer science, or a related field, supported by relevant professional experience in IT governance, compliance, and strategy development, ideally in a global or manufacturing environment
• Possess deep knowledge of governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, and ISO standards (e.g., ISO 27001, ISO 9001), with proven expertise in developing policies, standards, and frameworks aligned with legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements
• Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and a proactive approach to identifying and implementing opportunities for governance improvement
• Bring along a leadership mindset, with the ability to motivate teams and drive alignment across regions, while maintaining a mindset of continuous improvement in governance practices
• Exhibit excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, fostering collaboration across IT and business teams, with proficiency in English and German
  
  

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 business
• Flexibility: A wide time window for flexible working and weekly remote days
• Fitness and health: Discounts on various sports and leisure activities, active health promotion, private health care, occupational safety, and more
• Time Savings: Parking and direct access to public transport (train, bus)
• Feel Approach: Welcome days and individual onboarding, company and team events
• Personal career and career development: Individual support for extra-occupational studies, further education and training courses
• Inspiring work environment: Our nicely designed office offers you an environment that fosters creativity and productivity. We love coming together as a team here!
  
  

Knauf as an employer

Knauf Information Services GmbH is a key driver of the KNAUF Group's global growth and digital transformation. A team of 500 highly qualified experts is committed to supporting the Group and its customers worldwide with innovative IT solutions and customized services. The core competencies of Knauf IT cover a wide range of IT services, including the development and implementation of complex software solutions, the optimization of business processes through digital technologies and ensuring IT security and data protection.

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.

Knauf IT is a driving force behind the global growth and digital transformation of the family-owned Knauf Group, one of the world's leading manufacturers of building materials. More than 900 experts at Knauf IT are supporting 43,500 employees and the customers of the Knauf Group with modern IT solutions and services at over 320 locations worldwide. Our corporate values of humanity, partnership, commitment and entrepreneurial spirit form the basis for the successful growth to more than 15,6 billion Euro annual sales.

Knauf is a global building materials manufacturer with 43,500 employees in 90 countries. Knauf Information Services GmbH is a part of the Knauf Group and is responsible for IT services and solutions for the group.