Manager (m/w/d) · Group Strategy & Transformation

Shape & Create - And make it happen! The Villeroy & Boch Group with its Ideal Standard brand is one of the world's leading manufacturers in the ceramics and lifestyle sector. With our innovative and stylish products from the Dining & Lifestyle and Bath & Wellness segments, we have been creating moments and rooms to feel good in since 1748.

Our success is based on the passion, design expertise and innovative strength of our more than 13,000 employees in 42 countries. Want to become part of us? #shapeandcreate

Your Responsibilities

• Market & Competitor Insights: Conduct continuous competitor benchmarking and trend research, summarizing findings into concise, executive-ready presentations.
• Project Management & Tracking: Support the coordination of strategic initiatives, track milestones and KPIs, and prepare regular project status reports.
• Executive & Board Preparation: Assist in drafting high-quality decision papers, presentations, and workshop materials for Board-level and management meetings, including follow-up documentation.
• Analysis & Ad-hoc Support: Analyze quantitative and qualitative data, assist in building business cases, and flexibly support strategic ad-hoc requests for leadership.

Your Profile

Education

Degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Business Administration, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

First practical experience (1-2 years or relevant internships) in strategy, management consulting, or project management.

Skills

Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving mindset with a structured, reliable way of working.

Communication & Drive

Proactive team player with high initiative, eager to learn, and comfortable interacting with diverse stakeholders.

Tools

High proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint); familiarity with BI/data tools (e.g., Power BI) is a plus.

Languages

Business fluent in English; good command of German is an advantage.

Think outside the box with us! #shapeandcreate

Welcome to the global job portal of the Villeroy & Boch Group! The Villeroy & Boch Group is one of the global leaders in premium dining & lifestyle, as well as bathroom and wellness products. Founded in 1748 and headquartered in Mettlach, Germany, the company stands for innovation, design and quality. With its two main brands Villeroy & Boch and Ideal Standard, the Group has about 12.000 employees and is present in around 140 countries worldwide.