Location: Singapore
Workplace: onsite
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone.
This exciting role within the Business & Process Department could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a family-owned global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 43,500 team members in 90 countries across 320 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
In Asia Pacific, since the 1990s Knauf has been established as a leading and trusted brand for drywall products and system solutions. Today, with over 5,500 experienced, talented, and diversified people operating nearly 35 production facilities and offices across the region, coupled with an extensive expertise-backed sales and support network, our teams deliver the best of Knauf to our customers, while supporting positive changes to the industry and communities where we operate – in Australia, China, Korea, Japan, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Central Asia, and the Caucasus.
Reporting into
Corporate Strategy Senior Manager
, we are searching for a team member to join us as
Manager, Corporate Strategy, APAC
.
Can you say yes?
The
Manager, Corporate Strategy, APAC
will be responsible for shaping and executing strategies across a diverse range of initiatives within the region. This includes, but is not limited to, developing regional and country strategies, creating business cases for greenfield investments, and supporting mergers and acquisitions. The role will also focus on driving targeted improvements across the businesses, optimizing supply networks, and leading operational enhancements.
To excel in this role, the individual must serve as a strategic partner across diverse cultures and business units, building alignment and driving initiatives that create sustainable value for the organisation. The ideal candidate is someone passionate about leading high-impact strategic projects, capable of working independently, and eager to contribute to and learn from a diverse range of topics.
What you will be doing
Regional Business Strategy: Spearhead high-impact regional strategy projects that drive transformative results and accelerate business growth
Country/BU strategy: Collaborate closely with business units on targeted initiatives that drive value and enhance bottom-line performance
Performance Management and Measurement: Establish and monitor key KPIs; recommend actions for ongoing improvement
Analysis and insights: Analyze data to develop insightful reports and analyses, such as market and competitive landscapes
Communication & Presentation: Create high-quality, impactful presentations to effectively communicate business strategies and performance to regional leadership
Stakeholder engagement: Present business strategy updates and progress reports to the executive team, senior leadership and other key stakeholders
What we would love for you to have
Degree in business, finance, commerce, economics, or engineering
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels
Strategy consulting experience, strong financial modelling, exceptional PowerPoint capabilities, and executive communication skills
Strong structured problem-solving and analytical skills; someone who thinks critically and has good judgement
Goal- and result-oriented driven approach, even in time-critical situations
Takes personal pride and ownership of the results and acts with the highest integrity
Sets high standards and is personally motivated with a high work ethic
Is an independent worker who can drive critical workstreams with limited guidance
General knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and experience in project management would be advantageous
What happens next?
Your application will be reviewed by our Hiring Team to determine if your experiences and skills are what we are looking for in the role. If you are, our Talent Acquisition representative will contact you promptly to arrange for next steps.
Location: Subang Jaya, Malaysia
Workplace: hybrid
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone.
This exciting role within the Business & Process Department could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a family-owned global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 43,500 team members in 90 countries across 320 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
In Asia Pacific, since the 1990s Knauf has been established as a leading and trusted brand for drywall products and system solutions. Today, with over 5,500 experienced, talented, and diversified people operating nearly 35 production facilities and offices across the region, coupled with an extensive expertise-backed sales and support network, our teams deliver the best of Knauf to our customers, while supporting positive changes to the industry and communities where we operate – in Australia, China, Korea, Japan, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Central Asia, and the Caucasus.
Reporting into
Corporate Strategy Senior Manager
, we are searching for a team member to join us as
Manager, Corporate Strategy, APAC
.
Can you say yes?
The
Manager, Corporate Strategy, APAC
will be responsible for shaping and executing strategies across a diverse range of initiatives within the region. This includes, but is not limited to, developing regional and country strategies, creating business cases for greenfield investments, and supporting mergers and acquisitions. The role will also focus on driving targeted improvements across the businesses, optimizing supply networks, and leading operational enhancements.
To excel in this role, the individual must serve as a strategic partner across diverse cultures and business units, building alignment and driving initiatives that create sustainable value for the organisation. The ideal candidate is someone passionate about leading high-impact strategic projects, capable of working independently, and eager to contribute to and learn from a diverse range of topics.
What you will be doing
Regional Business Strategy: Spearhead high-impact regional strategy projects that drive transformative results and accelerate business growth
Country/BU strategy: Collaborate closely with business units on targeted initiatives that drive value and enhance bottom-line performance
Performance Management and Measurement: Establish and monitor key KPIs; recommend actions for ongoing improvement
Analysis and insights: Analyze data to develop insightful reports and analyses, such as market and competitive landscapes
Communication & Presentation: Create high-quality, impactful presentations to effectively communicate business strategies and performance to regional leadership
Stakeholder engagement: Present business strategy updates and progress reports to the executive team, senior leadership and other key stakeholders
What we would love for you to have
Degree in business, finance, commerce, economics, or engineering
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels
Strategy consulting experience, strong financial modelling, exceptional PowerPoint capabilities, and executive communication skills
Strong structured problem-solving and analytical skills; someone who thinks critically and has good judgement
Goal- and result-oriented driven approach, even in time-critical situations
Takes personal pride and ownership of the results and acts with the highest integrity
Sets high standards and is personally motivated with a high work ethic
Is an independent worker who can drive critical workstreams with limited guidance
General knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and experience in project management would be advantageous
What happens next?
Your application will be reviewed by our Hiring Team to determine if your experiences and skills are what we are looking for in the role. If you are, our Talent Acquisition representative will contact you promptly to arrange for next steps.
Location: Subang Jaya, Malaysia
Workplace: hybrid
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone.
This exciting role within the Legal department could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a family-owned global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 43,500 team members in 90 countries across 320 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
In Asia Pacific, since the 1990s Knauf has been established as a leading and trusted brand for drywall products and system solutions. Today, with over 5,500 experienced, talented, and diversified people operating nearly 35 production facilities and offices across the region, coupled with an extensive expertise-backed sales and support network, our teams deliver the best of Knauf to our customers, while supporting positive changes to the industry and communities where we operate – in Australia, China, Korea, Japan, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Central Asia, and the Caucasus.
Reporting into APAC General Counsel, we are searching for a team member to join us as
Legal and Compliance Counsel
.
Can you say yes?
Reporting to the APAC General Counsel, the APAC Legal and Compliance Counsel is pivotal in navigating complex local regulations and ensuring the company’s adherence to legal standards. Key responsibilities include providing advice and pragmatic solutions to pre-empt and address legal challenges unique to the company, conducting thorough risk assessments, managing compliance audits, and implementing effective legal strategies. Acting as a business partner and working with stakeholders from all levels in the Gypsum APAC region. The role will help those seeking to develop leadership and project management skills to lead legal and compliance initiatives and interact cross-functionally, enhancing both legal acumen and managerial expertise.
What you will be doing
Legal Advice and Guidance:
Provide pragmatic legal advice and support to the company on various legal matters, including contract review, negotiation, dispute resolution, intellectual property and company secretarial related.
Policy Support and Implementation:
Draft, update, and implement policies for key compliance areas, including personal data protection, anti-trust, anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions, gift and donations, conflict of interest and other compliance matters etc. under the guidance of the APAC General Counsel. Develop and implement Compliance framework and programs across the APAC region.
Legal and Compliance Processes Development:
Establish and implement related procedures and processes tailored to the company’s businesses and operations, to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and alignment with best practices. Provide trainings to the stakeholders and local markets for adoption.
Regulatory Monitoring:
Conduct and keep abreast of any new or emerging laws and regulations applicable to the APAC region, notify such changes to the relevant stakeholders including preparing regular updates, and recommend any necessary actions for compliance purpose.
Risks Mitigation:
Proactively identify emerging legal and compliance risks, providing strategic recommendations to minimize potential impacts on the business.
Compliance Culture Building and Strengthening:
Foster a strong compliance culture and raise compliance awareness across the APAC region. Develop and initiate engagement activity to increase employees’ awareness.
Legal and Compliance Training:
Prepare training materials and conduct effective training on legal and compliance topics from time to time.
Compliance Audits:
Conduct regular reviews and audits to assess level of compliance, identify gaps and areas for improvement.
Local Business Units Collaboration and Support:
Act as the point of contact as the legal and compliance personnel in the local business units and provide support as and when required.
Legal and Compliance Reporting:
Prepare and compile the APAC legal and compliance reports for senior management.
What we would love for you to have
Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) or equivalent
Solid general legal background, with between 5 to 8 years of experience in a reputable law firm and/or in-house.
Strong technical, drafting, research and analytical skills with practical commercial acumen.
Experience in implementing Compliance programs, policies and procedures is an added advantage.
Able to collaborate and influence stakeholders positively.
Able to work independently, Highly detail-oriented and meticulous.
Ability to engage confidently and effectively with different people across different seniorities, expertise, roles and culture.
Willingness to take on leadership roles in Legal and Compliance projects.
Good presentation and training skills – able to present Legal and Compliance related topics clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
Skill in content creation tool (such as Canva) would be an added advantage.
Uses creative approaches to present legal and compliance knowledge in an engaging, user-friendly way.
What happens next?
Your application will be reviewed by our Hiring Team to determine if your experiences and skills are what we are looking for in the role. If you are, our Talent Acquisition representative will contact you promptly to arrange for next steps.
Location: เขตปทุมวัน, Thailand
Workplace: onsite
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone.
This exciting role within the Business & Process Department could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a family-owned global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 43,500 team members in 90 countries across 320 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
In Asia Pacific, since the 1990s Knauf has been established as a leading and trusted brand for drywall products and system solutions. Today, with over 5,500 experienced, talented, and diversified people operating nearly 35 production facilities and offices across the region, coupled with an extensive expertise-backed sales and support network, our teams deliver the best of Knauf to our customers, while supporting positive changes to the industry and communities where we operate – in Australia, China, Korea, Japan, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Central Asia, and the Caucasus.
Reporting into
Corporate Strategy Senior Manager
, we are searching for a team member to join us as
Manager, Corporate Strategy, APAC
.
Can you say yes?
The
Manager, Corporate Strategy, APAC
will be responsible for shaping and executing strategies across a diverse range of initiatives within the region. This includes, but is not limited to, developing regional and country strategies, creating business cases for greenfield investments, and supporting mergers and acquisitions. The role will also focus on driving targeted improvements across the businesses, optimizing supply networks, and leading operational enhancements.
To excel in this role, the individual must serve as a strategic partner across diverse cultures and business units, building alignment and driving initiatives that create sustainable value for the organisation. The ideal candidate is someone passionate about leading high-impact strategic projects, capable of working independently, and eager to contribute to and learn from a diverse range of topics.
What you will be doing
Regional Business Strategy: Spearhead high-impact regional strategy projects that drive transformative results and accelerate business growth
Country/BU strategy: Collaborate closely with business units on targeted initiatives that drive value and enhance bottom-line performance
Performance Management and Measurement: Establish and monitor key KPIs; recommend actions for ongoing improvement
Analysis and insights: Analyze data to develop insightful reports and analyses, such as market and competitive landscapes
Communication & Presentation: Create high-quality, impactful presentations to effectively communicate business strategies and performance to regional leadership
Stakeholder engagement: Present business strategy updates and progress reports to the executive team, senior leadership and other key stakeholders
What we would love for you to have
Degree in business, finance, commerce, economics, or engineering
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels
Strategy consulting experience, strong financial modelling, exceptional PowerPoint capabilities, and executive communication skills
Strong structured problem-solving and analytical skills; someone who thinks critically and has good judgement
Goal- and result-oriented driven approach, even in time-critical situations
Takes personal pride and ownership of the results and acts with the highest integrity
Sets high standards and is personally motivated with a high work ethic
Is an independent worker who can drive critical workstreams with limited guidance
General knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and experience in project management would be advantageous
What happens next?
Your application will be reviewed by our Hiring Team to determine if your experiences and skills are what we are looking for in the role. If you are, our Talent Acquisition representative will contact you promptly to arrange for next steps.
Location: Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Workplace: onsite
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone.
This exciting role within the Business & Process Department could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a family-owned global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 43,500 team members in 90 countries across 320 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
In Asia Pacific, since the 1990s Knauf has been established as a leading and trusted brand for drywall products and system solutions. Today, with over 5,500 experienced, talented, and diversified people operating nearly 35 production facilities and offices across the region, coupled with an extensive expertise-backed sales and support network, our teams deliver the best of Knauf to our customers, while supporting positive changes to the industry and communities where we operate – in Australia, China, Korea, Japan, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Central Asia, and the Caucasus.
Reporting into
Senior Business Process Manager
, we are searching for a team member to join us as
Process Excellence & Digital Transformation Manager (SAP
).
Can you say yes?
The
Process Excellence & Digital Transformation Manager
leads regional initiatives to
simplify, standardise, and improve business processes
across Asia-Pacific, with a primary focus on Central Asia and the Caucasus region. The role helps business units move from inconsistent, manual, or complex ways of working to
clearer, faster, and more efficient processes
supported by common definitions, practical guidelines, best practices, and fit-for-purpose system solutions.
The role works closely with business units, Global Process Owners, and IT to identify operational pain points, analyse root causes, and design practical improvements that can be scaled across countries. This includes
optimising SAP and other ERP processes, improving system usage and data quality, and reducing manual work
through tools such as workflows, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), system interfaces, reporting solutions, and other automation opportunities.
The successful candidate must be able to operate at both strategic and detailed levels:
influencing senior stakeholders with clear recommendations
while also working hands-on with process flows, data, system logic, and operational teams to deliver sustainable change. Operating at a
managerial level of seniority
, the role requires strong ownership, structured problem solving, and the ability to lead complex initiatives through influence in a regional, multi-country environment.
What you will be doing
Process Improvement & Change Leadership
· Drive
end-to-end process improvement initiatives
, from problem definition through to solution design and implementation
· Define and monitor
success measures to assess adoption, process performance and realized business outcomes
using feedback and data to drive continuous improvement.
· Lead
structured root cause analysis
(e.g. data-driven analysis, process diagnostics) to identify underlying issues in business processes and systems.
· Design
practical, scalable process solutions
, balancing standardization, control, and local business needs.
· Act as a
change agent
, proactively challenging the status quo and guiding stakeholders through change.
· Translate complex analysis and process issues into
clear, compelling executive-level narratives, recommendations and business cases
that
enable senior management decision making
.
Project & Stakeholder Management
· Take end-to-end ownership of assigned transformation initiatives, independently driving progress, resolving ambiguity and escalating decisions or risks where appropriate
· Gather, document, and prioritize detailed business requirements.
· Lead or support
User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
, ensuring solutions meet real business needs.
· Act as a trusted partner to Global Process Owners, providing strong APAC input into global designs.
Digitization & System Enablement
· Identify opportunities to
digitize and automate manual or inefficient processes
.
· Work closely with IT and data teams to translate business requirements into system and reporting solutions.
· Support regional digitisation efforts through:
Clear functional specifications
Data and logic validation
Hands-on testing and iteration
What we would love for you to have
Minimum
8 years’ experience
in business process improvement, business analysis, or a similar role.
Proven ability to diagnose complex business and system problems, perform deep root cause analysis, design and implement pragmatic, data-driven solutions
Strong working knowledge of at least one
SAP module (e.g. SD, FI/CO, PtM)
with an understanding of associated business processes and data structures
Hands on experience designing or implementing workflow automation solutions (e.g.
Microsoft Power Platform/ Power Automate, SAP Build Process Automation, Nintex, ProcessMaker or other similar platforms
) OR Working knowledge of
basic coding or scripting
to support digitization and automation (e.g.
Python, JSON, SQL
)
Demonstrated experience communicating complex issues at executive level, synthesizing detail into clear insights and recommendations and influencing decisions without formal authority
Project delivery experience across regional or multi-country settings
Strong communication skills in English is a must (written and spoken)
Russian language proficiency is highly advantageous
What happens next?
Your application will be reviewed by our Hiring Team to determine if your experiences and skills are what we are looking for in the role. If you are, our Talent Acquisition representative will contact you promptly to arrange for next steps.
Location: เขตปทุมวัน, Thailand
Workplace: onsite
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone.
This exciting role within the Business & Process Department could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a family-owned global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 43,500 team members in 90 countries across 320 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
In Asia Pacific, since the 1990s Knauf has been established as a leading and trusted brand for drywall products and system solutions. Today, with over 5,500 experienced, talented, and diversified people operating nearly 35 production facilities and offices across the region, coupled with an extensive expertise-backed sales and support network, our teams deliver the best of Knauf to our customers, while supporting positive changes to the industry and communities where we operate – in Australia, China, Korea, Japan, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Central Asia, and the Caucasus.
Reporting into
Senior Business Process Manager
, we are searching for a team member to join us as
Business Process & Digital Transformation Specialist (SAP).
Can you say yes?
The
Business Process & Digital Transformation Specialist (SAP)
supports
APAC business units
by performing the hands-on process
analysis
and
solution development
needed to
simplify, standardise and improve
how work is performed. The role
maps current-state processes
, identifies
bottlenecks
,
root causes
,
manual workarounds
and
system gaps
, then converts these findings into
practical improvement actions
using structured methods such as
Value Stream Mapping
,
Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN)
,
root cause analysis
and
data-driven problem solving
.
This position requires a
hands-on professional
who can move beyond
documenting issues
to
designing, building and implementing workable solutions
. The successful candidate should be able to analyse
SAP-enabled business processes
, understand
system behaviour
, define
clear requirements
, work with
Global Process Owners and IT
on enhancements, and directly develop
practical digital solutions
where appropriate, including
workflow automation
,
reporting tools
,
scripts
or
low-code applications
.
The role’s core purpose is to improve
operational effectiveness
by combining
process thinking
, SAP
knowledge
, data
analysis
, automation
capability
and
strong stakeholder engagement
to deliver measurable
, sustainable
business outcomes across APAC.
What you will be doing
Process Improvement & Solution Design
· Support and lead end-to-end process improvement initiatives, from problem definition and current-state
assessment through solution design, implementation and stabilisation.
· Perform structured root cause analysis using process, system and data evidence, going beyond issue identification to develop practical corrective and preventive solutions.
· Design scalable processes that balance global standards, internal
controls and local business requirements.
· Define success measures and use feedback and performance data to evaluate adoption, effectiveness and realised
business outcomes.
· Document future-state processes, business rules, roles, controls and operating procedures in a clear and usable format.
SAP & Digital Enablement
· Analyse SAP-enabled business processes and system behaviour to identify opportunities for simplification, standardisation, digitisation and automation.
· Translate business needs into clear functional requirements, user stories, process designs, data logic and acceptance criteria for IT and solution teams.
Develop or support pragmatic digital solutions using approved automation, workflow, reporting and analytics tools.
· Validate data and solution logic, coordinate or execute User Acceptance Testing, manage defects, and confirm that delivered solutions address the underlying business need.
· Support SAP S/4HANA transformation and regional system rollouts by providing APAC process input, testing support, business readiness and post-go-live improvement.
Project Delivery & Change Adoption
· Own assigned workstreams and deliverables, maintaining clear scope, priorities, dependencies, risks, actions and stakeholder communication.
· Partner with business units, Global Process Owners, IT and functional teams to align regional needs with global designs and influence decisions through facts and practical recommendations.
· Prepare concise management updates, recommendations and business cases that convert complex process and system detail into clear decisions and actions.
· Support change impact assessment, user communication, training, adoption and transition into business-as-usual operations.
Regional Collaboration & Capability Building
· Build
trusted relationships
across
APAC
and work effectively across
cultures
,
functions
and
levels of seniority
.
· Share reusable
process standards
,
tools
,
lessons learned
and
leading practices
across business units.
Coach
process owners
and
key users
in
structured problem solving
,
process thinking
and
ownership of sustainable improvements
.
What we would love for you to have
Minimum
3 years’ experience
in business process improvement, business analysis, or a similar role.
Strong working knowledge of at least one
SAP module (e.g. SD, FI/CO, PtM)
Ability to analyse process flows, SAP transactions and data structures, and translate findings into clear business and functional requirements.
Demonstrated experience diagnosing business and system problems, performing root cause analysis, and implementing practical, data-driven solutions.
Hands-on experience with at least one workflow, automation, reporting or scripting technology, such as Microsoft Power Platform, Power Automate, SAP Build Process Automation, Power BI, SQL, Python, VBA, JSON, Nintex, ProcessMaker or a comparable tool.
Hands-on experience delivering process or system improvements through requirements definition, testing, implementation and user adoption.
Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders in a regional, multi-country or complex matrix environment.
Experience in manufacturing, building materials, supply chain, order-to-cash or related operational environments is advantageous
SAP project, rollout or S/4HANA transformation experience is advantageous.
What happens next?
Your application will be reviewed by our Hiring Team to determine if your experiences and skills are what we are looking for in the role. If you are, our Talent Acquisition representative will contact you promptly to arrange for next steps.
Location: เขตปทุมวัน, Thailand
Workplace: onsite
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone.
This exciting role within the Business & Process Department could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a family-owned global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 43,500 team members in 90 countries across 320 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
In Asia Pacific, since the 1990s Knauf has been established as a leading and trusted brand for drywall products and system solutions. Today, with over 5,500 experienced, talented, and diversified people operating nearly 35 production facilities and offices across the region, coupled with an extensive expertise-backed sales and support network, our teams deliver the best of Knauf to our customers, while supporting positive changes to the industry and communities where we operate – in Australia, China, Korea, Japan, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Central Asia, and the Caucasus.
Reporting into
Senior Business Process Manager
, we are searching for a team member to join us as
Process Excellence & Digital Transformation Manager (SAP)
.
Can you say yes?
The
Process Excellence & Digital Transformation Manager
leads regional initiatives to
simplify, standardise, and improve business processes
across Asia-Pacific. The role helps business units move from inconsistent, manual, or complex ways of working to
clearer, faster, and more efficient processes
supported by common definitions, practical guidelines, best practices, and fit-for-purpose system solutions.
The role works closely with business units, Global Process Owners, and IT to identify operational pain points, analyse root causes, and design practical improvements that can be scaled across countries. This includes
optimising SAP and other ERP processes, improving system usage and data quality, and reducing manual work
through tools such as workflows, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), system interfaces, reporting solutions, and other automation opportunities.
The successful candidate must be able to operate at both strategic and detailed levels:
influencing senior stakeholders with clear recommendations
while also working hands-on with process flows, data, system logic, and operational teams to deliver sustainable change. The role includes
people management responsibility for one to two direct reports
, guiding and developing team members to support the delivery of overall regional initiatives. The role requires strong ownership, structured problem solving, and the ability to lead through influence in a regional, multi-country environment.
What you will be doing
Process Improvement & Change Leadership
· Drive end-to-end process improvement initiatives, from problem definition through to solution design and implementation
· Define and monitor success measures to assess adoption, process performance and realized business outcomes using feedback and data to drive continuous improvement.
· Lead structured root cause analysis (e.g. data-driven analysis, process diagnostics) to identify underlying issues in business processes and systems.
· Design practical, scalable process solutions, balancing standardization, control, and local business needs.
· Act as a change agent, proactively challenging the status quo and guiding stakeholders through change.
· Translate complex analysis and process issues into clear, compelling executive-level narratives, recommendations and business cases that enable senior management decision making
Project & Stakeholder Management
· Take end-to-end ownership of assigned transformation initiatives, independently driving progress, resolving ambiguity and escalating decisions or risks where appropriate
· Gather, document, and prioritize detailed business requirements.
· Lead or support
User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
, ensuring solutions meet real business needs.
· Act as a trusted partner to Global Process Owners, providing strong APAC input into global designs.
Digitization & System Enablement
· Identify opportunities to
digitize and automate manual or inefficient processes
.
· Work closely with IT and data teams to translate business requirements into system and reporting solutions.
· Support regional digitisation efforts through:
· Clear functional specifications
· Data and logic validation
· Hands-on testing and iteration
People Management & Team Enablement
· Coach and guide team members to strengthen
process thinking, problem-solving capability, and business partnering skills
.
· Set clear priorities, expectations, and ways of working to ensure the team delivers against agreed objectives.
· Drive team performance by providing regular feedback, removing roadblocks, and enabling ownership of key deliverables.
What we would love for you to have
Minimum
8 years’ experience
in business process improvement, business analysis, or a similar role.
Proven ability to diagnose complex business and system problems, perform deep root cause analysis, design and implement pragmatic, data-driven solutions
Strong working knowledge of at least one
SAP module (e.g. SD, FI/CO, PtM)
with an understanding of associated business processes and data structures
Hands on experience designing or implementing workflow automation solutions (e.g.
Microsoft Power Platform/ Power Automate, SAP Build Process Automation, Nintex, ProcessMaker or other similar platforms
) or Working knowledge of
basic coding or scripting
to support digitization and automation (e.g.
Python, JSON, SQL
)
Cross-functional SAP knowledge across multiple modules
SAP BW / business intelligence and reporting solutions such as Tableau or Power BI
Experience mapping end-to-end processes with Business Process Model and Notation(BPMN) or similar process-modelling standards
What happens next?
Your application will be reviewed by our Hiring Team to determine if your experiences and skills are what we are looking for in the role. If you are, our Talent Acquisition representative will contact you promptly to arrange for next steps.
Location: Khet Din Daeng, Thailand
Workplace: none
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone.
This exciting role within the Finance department could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a family-owned global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 43,500 team members in 90 countries across 320 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
In Asia Pacific, since the 1990s Knauf has been established as a leading and trusted brand for drywall products and system solutions. Today, with over 5,500 experienced, talented, and diversified people operating nearly 35 production facilities and offices across the region, coupled with an extensive expertise-backed sales and support network, our teams deliver the best of Knauf to our customers, while supporting positive changes to the industry and communities where we operate – in Australia, China, Korea, Japan, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Central Asia, and the Caucasus.
Reporting into
Financial Planning and Analysis Director
, we are searching for a team member to join us as
Financial Planning & Analysis (Senior) Analyst
.
Can you say yes?
We are looking for an experienced
Financial Planning & Analysis (Senior) Analyst
to strengthen our regional finance organization and lead core FP&A topics across APAC, with close alignment to our Global headquarters and APAC senior management.
The position will be responsible for owning and developing regional KPI systems and reporting tools, including but not limited to budgeting and forecasting coordination, periodic management reporting, cost control and businesses analysis. The role will support business outcomes by steering and analyzing performance across APAC entities and by focusing on improving Controlling and financial reporting processes across the Group.
What you will be doing
Financial stewardship of the region Asia and Pacific (APAC) covering multiple business units across Asia and Pacific (40+ production sites)
Ensure effective coordination of budgeting, forecasting cycles, financial and statistical reporting
Business analyses, comments, periodic and ad-hoc reporting towards APAC senior management and Global headquarter
Support closing activities and ensure alignment with Group reporting standards
Review of the business development of single APAC business units
Drive continuous improvement of FP&A processes and reporting tools
Work on improving the data foundation and automation behind the regional FP&A department, ideally including supporting a transition to Tableau- and BI-based reporting
Continuously develop, optimize, and enhance internal controlling tools, reporting structures, and financial processes
Contribute to special projects, Global FP&A initiatives and transformation projects
Mentoring and guidance of the regional Finance community in Controlling and Accounting issues
What we would love for you to have
Education & Experience
-
Degree in business administration, finance, economics, or comparable field, ideally with focus on Finance or Controlling (FP&A)
-4–7 years in Finance, FP&A, Controlling or related field
-Proven background working within multinational organization, ideally with production footprint
-Strong in reporting, planning, KPI systems, and business analysis
-Deep expertise in performance management, data analytics, process and reporting design, with strong cross‑cultural acumen
-Commercially minded and detail-oriented
Technical Knowledge:
-Advanced end‑to‑end P&L management expertise
-Regulatory & Standards knowledge of IFRS, balance sheet structure and their application to business operations
-Strong affinity for IT and technology
-Experience in working, analyzing and interpreting large datasets
-Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modelling is required
-Expertise in data warehouse applications, BI / reporting tools and SAP is an advantage
-Experience with digital tools and openness to implementing AI-driven solutions in financial processes
Behavioral & Leadership Competencies:
-
Strong analytical skills, ability to communicate topics to senior management and to present complex financial topics clearly
-High personal standards for accuracy, strong self-management, structured way of working, and ability to operate on your own
-Proven ability to build trust and drive change across different departments
-Openness to cross-functional transparency and a commitment to sharing information across the organization to achieve collective goals
What happens next?
Your application will be reviewed by our Hiring Team to determine if your experiences and skills are what we are looking for in the role. If you are, our Talent Acquisition representative will contact you promptly to arrange for next steps.
Location: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Workplace: none
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone.
This exciting role within Human Resources-People function could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a family-owned global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 43,500 team members in 90 countries across 320 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
In Asia Pacific, since the 1990s Knauf has been established as a leading and trusted brand for drywall products and system solutions. Today, with over 5,500 experienced, talented, and diversified people operating nearly 35 production facilities and offices across the region, coupled with an extensive expertise-backed sales and support network, our teams deliver the best of Knauf to our customers, while supporting positive changes to the industry and communities where we operate – in Australia, China, Korea, Japan, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Central Asia, and the Caucasus.
About Knauf Kazakhstan
Knauf Kazakhstan is a leading manufacturer of gypsum-based building materials, including plasterboard drywall systems, serving customers across Kazakhstan and Central Asia. The company operates a major manufacturing facility in Kapchagay, mining operations in Taraz, and additional production facilities in other regions of Kazakhstan. As part of the global Knauf Group, the organization combines international best practices with strong local market expertise.
Reporting into Kazakhstan Country Managing Director, we are searching for a
Human Resources Manager
to join the Kazakhstan leadership team and drive the current and future people agenda.
Can you say yes?
The Human Resources Manager is responsible for leading and executing the
full spectrum of HR activities across Knauf Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan
, supporting both manufacturing and mining operations. The role serves as a strategic business partner to the Country Managing Director while ensuring effective implementation of regional and global HR initiatives.
The successful candidate will drive talent acquisition, employee relations, organizational development, performance management, compensation and benefits administration, workforce planning, and compliance with Kazakhstan labor regulations. The role requires regular presence at operational sites and close collaboration with regional HR colleagues across the Asia Pacific region.
What you will be doing
HR Business Partnership
Partner with the Country Managing Director and business leaders to align HR strategies with business objectives.
Provide proactive HR guidance and support on organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, employee engagement, and talent management.
Support business transformation, organizational restructuring, and change management initiatives where required.
Act as a trusted advisor to managers on people-related matters.
Talent Acquisition
Lead recruitment activities for professional, technical, operational, and leadership positions.
Develop talent pipelines for manufacturing, mining, engineering, and commercial functions.
Ensure effective onboarding and integration of new employees.
Employee Relations & Labor Compliance
Maintain positive employee and industrial relations across all sites.
Ensure compliance with Kazakhstan labor laws and regulations.
Manage disciplinary processes, grievances, investigations, and conflict resolution matters.
Provide guidance on employment contracts, policies, and HR procedures.
Performance & Talent Management
Drive annual performance management processes.
Support leadership development and employee capability-building initiatives.
Identify training needs and coordinate learning and development programs.
Foster a high-performance and accountability culture.
Support succession planning and talent development initiatives.
Compensation & Benefits
Manage compensation and benefits administration.
Support salary benchmarking, annual salary review, and incentive programs.
Ensure payroll inputs and employee records are maintained accurately.
HR Operations & Reporting
Oversee HR administration and personnel documentation.
Maintain HR metrics and provide regular reporting to country and regional leadership.
Ensure data accuracy within HR systems and employee records.
Manage HR budgets and vendor relationships where applicable.
Regional Collaboration
Work closely with the APAC Regional HR Team to implement regional HR programs and priorities.
Support regional initiatives relating to talent, engagement, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness.
Participate in regional HR projects and cross-country collaboration activities.
Travel & Work Location Requirements
This role requires regular travel and physical presence at operational locations.
Four (4) working days per week
based at the company’s main manufacturing facility
in Kapchagay
, with transport support provided.
One (1) working day per week
may be based at the
Almaty office
.
Periodic travel
to the
Taraz mining operation
and
Inderbor manufacturing facility.
Additional domestic travel may be required based on business needs.
The successful candidate must be comfortable working in both office and industrial environments and engaging directly with plant and operational employees.
What we would love for you to have
Education
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Law, or a related discipline.
Professional HR certification is an advantage.
Experience
Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a HR managerial position.
Strong experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, mining, construction materials, or similar operational environments.
Experience working within a multinational organization is highly preferred.
Proven ability to partner with senior management and lead HR initiatives independently.
Technical Competencies
Strong knowledge of Kazakhstan labor legislation and HR best practices.
Experience in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development.
Demonstrated ability to drive HR digitalisation and process automation, using systems such as 1C, SAP, Doodocs, or equivalent platforms.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Powerpoint)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Language Requirements
Fluent Kazakh
with strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient English
for collaboration with regional and global stakeholders.
Proficient Russian
with fair verbal and written communication skills.
Personal Attributes
Strong business partnering mindset.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to influence stakeholders across all organizational levels.
Hands-on, pragmatic, and capable of operating effectively in a manufacturing environment.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Self-driven and able to work independently while collaborating effectively with regional teams.
What we offer
Opportunity to play a key leadership role within a leading multinational building materials company.
Exposure to Group and Regional HR projects and international best practices.
Dynamic environment spanning manufacturing, mining, and commercial operations.
Fair compensation and benefits package.
What happens next?
Your application will be reviewed by our Hiring Team to determine if your experiences and skills are what we are looking for in the role. If you are, our Talent Acquisition representative will contact you promptly to arrange for next steps.
Location: Subang Jaya, Malaysia
Workplace: hybrid
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone.
This exciting role within the Finance department could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a family-owned global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 43,500 team members in 90 countries across 320 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
In Asia Pacific, since the 1990s Knauf has been established as a leading and trusted brand for drywall products and system solutions. Today, with over 5,500 experienced, talented, and diversified people operating nearly 35 production facilities and offices across the region, coupled with an extensive expertise-backed sales and support network, our teams deliver the best of Knauf to our customers, while supporting positive changes to the industry and communities where we operate – in Australia, China, Korea, Japan, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Central Asia, and the Caucasus.
Reporting into
Financial Planning and Analysis Director
, we are searching for a team member to join us as
Financial Planning & Analysis (Senior) Analyst
.
Can you say yes?
We are looking for an experienced
Financial Planning & Analysis (Senior) Analyst
to strengthen our regional finance organization and lead core FP&A topics across APAC, with close alignment to our Global headquarters and APAC senior management.
The position will be responsible for owning and developing regional KPI systems and reporting tools, including but not limited to budgeting and forecasting coordination, periodic management reporting, cost control and businesses analysis. The role will support business outcomes by steering and analyzing performance across APAC entities and by focusing on improving Controlling and financial reporting processes across the Group.
What you will be doing
Financial stewardship of the region Asia and Pacific (APAC) covering multiple business units across Asia and Pacific (40+ production sites)
Ensure effective coordination of budgeting, forecasting cycles, financial and statistical reporting
Business analyses, comments, periodic and ad-hoc reporting towards APAC senior management and Global headquarter
Support closing activities and ensure alignment with Group reporting standards
Review of the business development of single APAC business units
Drive continuous improvement of FP&A processes and reporting tools
Work on improving the data foundation and automation behind the regional FP&A department, ideally including supporting a transition to Tableau- and BI-based reporting
Continuously develop, optimize, and enhance internal controlling tools, reporting structures, and financial processes
Contribute to special projects, Global FP&A initiatives and transformation projects
Mentoring and guidance of the regional Finance community in Controlling and Accounting issues
What we would love for you to have
Education & Experience
-
Degree in business administration, finance, economics, or comparable field, ideally with focus on Finance or Controlling (FP&A)
-4–7 years in Finance, FP&A, Controlling or related field
-Proven background working within multinational organization, ideally with production footprint
-Strong in reporting, planning, KPI systems, and business analysis
-Deep expertise in performance management, data analytics, process and reporting design, with strong cross‑cultural acumen
-Commercially minded and detail-oriented
Technical Knowledge:
-Advanced end‑to‑end P&L management expertise
-Regulatory & Standards knowledge of IFRS, balance sheet structure and their application to business operations
-Strong affinity for IT and technology
-Experience in working, analyzing and interpreting large datasets
-Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modelling is required
-Expertise in data warehouse applications, BI / reporting tools and SAP is an advantage
-Experience with digital tools and openness to implementing AI-driven solutions in financial processes
Behavioral & Leadership Competencies:
-
Strong analytical skills, ability to communicate topics to senior management and to present complex financial topics clearly
-High personal standards for accuracy, strong self-management, structured way of working, and ability to operate on your own
-Proven ability to build trust and drive change across different departments
-Openness to cross-functional transparency and a commitment to sharing information across the organization to achieve collective goals
What happens next?
Your application will be reviewed by our Hiring Team to determine if your experiences and skills are what we are looking for in the role. If you are, our Talent Acquisition representative will contact you promptly to arrange for next steps.
ГибридSubang Jaya, Malaysia
ГибридSubang Jaya, Malaysia
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