Defrance Jean-Paul

Defrance Jean-Paul serves as the Supply Chain Director for EMEA & APAC at Knauf Insulation since April 2018, overseeing key processes such as Order to Cash, Procure to Pay, and Plan to Manufacture. Previously, Jean-Paul held various roles at Knauf Insulation, including Chief Purchasing Officer, where strategic purchasing decisions were made, and Finance Director positions managing substantial project developments and regional finances across Western Europe. Prior experience includes Finance & Administration Director at Sensient Flavors and Commercial Controller at Continental AG. Jean-Paul's educational background includes a Cum Laude degree in Finance from HEC Liège and further studies at INSEAD and Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences.