About this Position AtHenkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in bothindustrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. Ifyou love challenging the status quo, join our community of over 47,000 pioneersaround the globe. Our teams at Henkel Adhesive Technologies help to transformentire industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantagethrough adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. With our trusted brands,our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will havecountless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills. Growwithin our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture and find aplace where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainablegrowth.
Dare to make an impact? What you'll do - Own the regional implantation of the business unit's global sustainability strategy taking regional circumstances into consideration and drive execution.
- Create a plan with detailed, measurable targets and tangible deliverables for the defined region, around all relevant sub-markets and in line with customers' goals and targets.
- Take ownership of the commercialization of our sustainability positive portfolio incl. build up and progression of customer project pipeline.
- Be the "Go-To" person for all functions regarding sustainability topics within the region, partnering with the commercial teams to drive relevant conversations and product introductions with our customers.
- Work closely across the division of Packaging adhesives with assigned experts on topics such as carbon footprint, co-innovation in product design, circularity and recyclability being their regional counterpart.
- Identify market, industry, and regulatory trends in the region to drive our today's sustainable portfolio and innovate on future solutions.
- Educate customers & regional organization on business opportunities & general concepts related to sustainability Engage and communicate with external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, regulators, and NGOs, on sustainability issues and opportunities, as well as take care of regional advocacy in alignment with global experts.
- Partner with regional associations linked to the packaging & converting industry (plastic, paper, metal packaging & tapes / labels)
- Translate regional regulations & market trends into customer needs.
What makes you a good fit - Bachelor's degree or higher in environmental science, engineering, business administration or related field Master's degree preferred
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in strategy, marketing, or business development, and ideally directly connected to sustainability management, preferably in a large and complex organization
- Demonstrated leadership, project management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive change and innovation.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and persuade at all levels.
- Ability to take initiatives and implement solutions with little direction
- Open-minded, flexible and self-motivated team-player
- Inspiring person with strong communication skills and ability to build networks
- Strong passion for sustainability issues and trends, and the ability to translate them into business opportunities and solutions
- Fluency in English
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in strategy, marketing, or business development, and ideally directly connected to sustainability management, preferably in a large and complex organization
Some perks of joining Henkel - Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid and work from anywhere policies
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Annual performance bonus
- Comprehensive healthcare including mental health support and 401(k) plan matched by employer
- Family benefits including fertility support, fully paid parental leave, caregiver services
- Time off, sickness leave, holidays, volunteer time off, summer Fridays & more
The salary for this role is $135,000.00 - $185,000.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
At Henkel, we come from a broadrange of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe theuniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team andbring your uniqueness to us! All qualified applicants will receive considerationfor employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity andexpression, and other legally protected characteristics. We welcome allapplications.
