Regional Key User Specification Systems EMEA

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets. 

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.

Regional Key User Specifications EMEA

Purpose

Drive the successful implementation, adoption, and continuous improvement of specification systems across the EMEA region by serving as the key liaison between central teams, regional stakeholders, and manufacturing plants.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead regional specification system rollouts by planning, coordinating, and supporting implementations in collaboration with Product Owners, Engineering, IT, and plant stakeholders.
• Provide expert support for system and application issues by analyzing root causes, coordinating testing activities, driving patch implementation with central support teams, and recommending system enhancements.
• Conduct gap assessments and evaluate plant requirements to identify process improvements and corrective actions. Translate business needs into user requirements, support change request management, and lead Business Acceptance Testing (BAT), ensuring comprehensive cross-functional test coverage.
• Monitor system adoption and usage across the region, coaching local teams and driving corrective actions to maximize business value and compliance.
• Develop training materials, train and coach Local Key Users, and provide ongoing guidance to ensure sustainable knowledge transfer and effective system utilization.
• Act as the regional ambassador for specification management processes, promoting standardization, best practices, and continuous improvement across all plants.

• University degree in Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Fluent in English, with excellent communication and networking skills in an international environment.
• Strong analytical, planning, and process-oriented mindset, with experience in requirements engineering and the ability to guide and support stakeholders.
• Practical experience in tire manufacturing processes and complex production environments 
• Passion for modern technologies, including hardware, software, and integrated manufacturing systems.
• Experience with agile development frameworks (e.g., SAFe) is an advantage.
• Demonstrated project management experience, including planning, coordinating, and executing cross-functional system implementations  
• Attractive compensation: We reward exceptional qualifications and experience with the option of an above-tariff salary
• Flexibility that fits your life: Whether mobile working, part-time models, flexible working hours, or sabbaticals – together we find a working model that suits your individual needs.
• Time off that truly matters: Enjoy 30 days of paid vacation per year.
• Secure your future: With our company pension plan, we already invest today in your financial security of tomorrow.
• Career with perspective: We actively support you in shaping your career through individual trainings, access to learning platforms such as LinkedIn Learning, and a wide range of development opportunities.
• Borderless opportunities: As an EU citizen, you can work remote from other EU countries for up to 40 days per year – offering greater freedom and international flexibility.
• Exclusive employee benefits: Take advantage of attractive discounts and a wide range of employee benefits.
• Stay fit – nationwide: With our comprehensive range of health and wellness initiatives, you stay active – wherever you are in Germany.
• Sustainable mobility: Use our “JobRad” bike leasing program and secure your preferred bicycle at attractive conditions – for more fitness, climate protection, and enjoyment on your daily commute.
• A family-friendly culture: We support you with various offers that help balance work and family life, such as on-site childcare places and free emergency childcare services.
• Support when it matters most: The Fürstenberg Institute provides you with a confidential external point of contact for professional advice and support in both personal and professional matters.
• A work environment that embraces diversity: Look forward to working in a diverse and international environment through collaboration with our global locations.

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging are important to us and make our company strong and successful. We offer equal opportunities to everyone - regardless of age, gender, nationality, cultural background, disability, religion, ideology or sexual orientation.

If this sounds like a perfect match for you and if you want to become the next supporter of our core values: Trust, for one another, passion to win and freedom to act - we are looking forward to receiving your application.

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