Group Data Specialist – PLM

Knauf

. Continuously develop data management in the area of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) within an international corporate environment .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeIphofen • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) data management, focusing on data governance, analytics, and reporting. Proficient in creating dashboards and optimizing data structures to support data-driven decision-making and regulatory compliance.

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Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)Data ManagementBusiness IntelligenceTableau Dashboard CreationSQL, Python, or R Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Data AnalyticsData GovernanceReportingData Quality ManagementData Structures OptimizationProduct Management KPIsDigital Product Passport (DPP)Data-Driven Decision-MakingProject ManagementBusiness Administration

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeamwork SkillsAnalytical ApproachSolution-Oriented MindsetInitiative

Tools & Technologies

TableauSQLPythonR

Industry Keywords

Data ManagementProduct Portfolio ManagementGlobal Transformation InitiativesData Quality RequirementsStakeholder Coordination

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Continuously develop data management in the area of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) within an international corporate environment
Establish the foundation for data-driven decision-making, effective product portfolio management, meaningful reporting, and reliable data governance
Support global transformation initiatives such as “Program Evolution” at Group level
Further develop standards for product data, Group-wide product management KPIs, and data quality requirements
Address regulatory topics such as the Digital Product Passport (DPP)
Continuously optimize data structures, processes, and standards
Improve the quality, consistency, and transparency of product data
Help shape the future-oriented development of PLM data management by applying expertise in data, analytics, and project management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Successfully completed degree in Business Administration, Business Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a comparable field, ideally with a focus on data management or product management
Several years of professional experience in data management, business intelligence, reporting, analytics, or a comparable role
Experience creating dashboards with Tableau
Basic knowledge of SQL, Python, or R
Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented approach to work
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Initiative and a strong sense of responsibility
Ability to explain complex interrelationships clearly and coordinate different stakeholders with confidence
Good German language skills
Very good English language skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Permanent employment contract with a stable and successful family-owned company
Attractive collectively agreed or above-collective-agreement compensation
30 days of annual leave
Flexible working hours through a flexitime account
Regular home-office days each week
Individual support and assistance with part-time studies alongside work
Professional development and training opportunities
Discounts at well-known brands and reduced-price shopping opportunities for employees
Bike leasing
Relocation support for an international move between company locations
Discounts on various sports and leisure activities
Active workplace health promotion initiatives
Ample parking spaces
Direct public transport access via the plant premises
Shuttle service to the Kitzingen office
Structured onboarding days
Company and team events
Cafeteria with subsidized meals
Barista coffee bar