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

Investigate, resolve and / or escalate all tickets reported to the Service Desk
Act as ticket owner and lead communication with requester for incident life cycle
Achieve a high 1st level resolution rate w/ adequate documentation
Initial assessment of the incident /service request
Resolve in case possible and in line with internal procedures and personal authorization level
Escalate to 2nd level / dispatch local on-site support in case physical intervention required
Comply w/ procedures, segregation of duties and service levels
Contribute to knowledge management
Answering phone calls from internal End-users
Major Incident Management process knowledge Skills & Experience

Who you are

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in IT (Computer Science/Information Technology) or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of professional experience with working within IT Service Desk environment
Basic ITIL methodology knowledge will be an asset technical skills:
Knowledge of Windows 11 environment/ Active Directory
Drivers and software installation support (SCCM)/Intune
Cloud computing /application experience
Knowledge of SAP Modules (especially SD, MM, PP, FI) - will be an advantage other skill
Fluent English and Japanese in speaking and writing
Ability to read & analyze business processes, procedures, training material
Good communication / interpersonal skills
Time/task management, attention to detail and willing to learn new technology
Manufacturing environment knowledge - will be an advantage

Knauf as an employer

Knauf is an international market leader in the building materials industry. About 43,500 employees at over 320 locations worldwide generate a turnover of over 15,6 billion euros. The foundation of our success as family business are our corporate values of humanity, partnership, commitment and entrepreneurial spirit. Knauf IT, headquartered in Kitzingen, Germany, is an important driver of the global growth and digital transformation of the Knauf Group. 500 experts are supporting colleagues and customers with modern IT solutions and services.

The Knauf Group is a proud equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive working environment and therefore base all our employment selection decisions, within all aspects of our business, on experience, skill, and integrity. We strongly encourage applicants from all walks of life to apply for our positions, irrespective of age, sex, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, origin, religion, etc.

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.

IT Service Desk Agent (Japanese Speaker)