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 Knauf Insulation 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. As a Group we are a global manufacturer of construction materials and our 41,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 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.

Knauf Energy Solutions is proud to be part of the Knauf Group.

We are the building performance solution for asset owners. We support the delivery of high-quality energy efficiency outcomes for new build and retrofit, as well as providing smart home services.

Join us at Knauf Energy Solutions and be part of a technological revolution with our negaWatt hour meter!

Our Innovation

The negaWatt meter is a major technological breakthrough that allows energy efficiency to be measured the same way as energy generation. With this technology, asset owners can:

• Calculate real energy savings day by day for building retrofits.
• Benchmark the energy performance of new builds and retrofits accurately.
• Create the necessary feedback loops to significantly improve design and on-site work quality.

We are looking for a PROGRAM & MARKET GROWTH MANAGER (M/F/X) to:

• Support the growth of our existing social housing smart retrofit business.
• Develop programs to showcase the benefits and strengths of our solutions.
• Support policymakers in driving the low-carbon transition of buildings and the energy system.

Can you say ‘yes’?...

• You excel in co-pioneering new business concepts?
• You are dynamic, organized, and capable of effectively managing complex projects?
• You understand key policy drivers in the energy retrofit market?
• You are passionate about fighting climate change and decarbonizing the housing stock?

As Program & Market Growth Manager, you will manage approved funding projects as well as follow-up on commercial leads strengthening our market position in Belgium (Flanders) and the Netherlands. The role expands traditional program management to include commercial and sales responsibilities, focusing on understanding customer needs and market drivers, particularly in the social housing retrofit market.

You will report to the CCO and will collaborate closely with the Operations, Finance and Public Affairs teams

What you’ll be doing:

Project Coordination:

• Plan, organize, and facilitate workshops and meetings with project partners (at local, regional, national, European levels).
  
• Monitor/Steer the progress of Interreg and other projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and approved plans.
• Manage communication between partners to ensure clarity of responsibilities and deadlines.

Development of New Value Propositions:

• Identify and build new opportunities in collaboration with our customers and key partners.

Commercial and Sales Responsibilities:

• Follow up on commercial leads and strengthen our market position in Belgium (Flanders) and the Netherlands.
• Contribute to sales leadership and explore new customer segments.

What we’d love for you to have:

We’re interested in you as a person — your attitude, behaviors, and values.

If you bring a strategic mindset with analytical skills and a “down-to-earth” operational approach, strong project management capabilities, and a proven track record in delivering complex, multi-dimensional projects, we’d love to speak with you.

You also have

• A relevant degree such as Project Management, Business Administration, or Business Engineering and you feel comfortable to operate in a technical/commercial environment.
• A proven experience (3+ years) in managing complex projects, ideally in an Interreg or EU-funded project environment.
• A strong understanding of the funding programs, their objectives, and reporting requirements is crucial.
• The ability to engage and guide partners towards achieving predefined objectives, with a focus on consensus-building and collaboration.
• Fluency in Dutch and English (French will be highly appreciated, German is an asset)

Familiarity with the insulation industry or building materials sector is a plus but not required.

We will provide:

• An attractive salary package (including a 13^th month)
• A monthly net allowance, considering the position
• Company car, meal voucher, phone, health assurance & group insurance
• Headquarters in Brussels, and the needed flexibility (remote work, etc)

And an environment where you can

• Make the difference, be part of the green recovery/ industrial revolution and fight climate change.
• Co-shape the growth of young and highly innovative company.
• Learn, grow, have fun and truly leverage your entrepreneurial talents, each day.

What happens next?

We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process - so we have committed to replying to your application within a week.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion (D&I) reinforces our Knauf Insulation values of Making Tomorrow a Home for all of us. We are committed to creating a workplace where we all can thrive, whoever we are, and inspiring a culture of inclusion and innovation that will drive future business success. We do our best to make sure being at work feels like home. To learn more about our business and culture go here (People & Culture - Knauf Insulation Western Europe)