Manager PD EIMEA (d/f/m)

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA; Düsseldorf; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player seeks a dynamic leader in product development to drive innovation in adhesive formulations. This role involves managing projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and presenting technical insights to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a PhD and extensive experience in adhesives or coatings, showcasing a strong track record in successful product launches. Join a diverse team that values unique perspectives and offers flexible work arrangements, health programs, and growth opportunities. If you're ready to make an impact in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Leistungen

Flexible work scheme

Diverse growth opportunities

Wellbeing standards

Gender-neutral parental leave

Employee Share Plan

Company Pension Plan

Preventive Health Insurance

Supplementary Care Insurance

Mobility offer: My Henkel Bike

Jobticket

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years in product development for adhesives, coatings, or sealants.
• Proven ability to design and implement experiments successfully.

Aufgaben

• Lead projects to deliver innovation results aligned with business priorities.
• Manage technicians and junior chemists in product development.

Kenntnisse

Product Development

Project Management

Technical Presentations

Interpersonal Skills

Laboratory Skills

Communication Skills

Ausbildung

PhD in Chemistry

PhD in Chemical Engineering

PhD in Polymer Sciences

PhD in Materials Science

Jobbeschreibung

What you´ll do

• Lead and conduct projects to deliver innovation results in alignment with business priorities
• Manage technician(s) and/or junior chemist(s)
• Design, develop, prepare, execute and support on-time commercialization of new adhesive formulations and products
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to internal teams, management, customers and technical conferences.
• Directly interact and communicate with external customers and respond to customer requests in timely fashion
• Effectively work with cross functional teams and collaborate with global PD teams
• Monitor IP landscape of responsible area(s), develop/execute IP strategy
• Be a technical lead of assigned technology area(s) and liaison with global teams to drive technology platform development

What makes you a good fit

• PhD degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Sciences and Materials Science, is highly preferred
• 5+ years of product development experience in the areas of adhesives, coatings or sealants is required
• Proven track-record to invent and innovate, and strong ability to design and implement experiments are needed as well as record of successful new product development delivery
• Professional laboratory skills are essential
• The ability to work autonomously on multiple projects is needed
• Strong oral and written communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills are essential

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
• Company Pension Plan 100% financed by Henkel
• MEGA Preventive Health Insurance
• CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
• Mobility offer: My Henkel Bike and Jobticket

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.