Senior Auditor (d/f/m) - Supply Chain & Operations

Henkel; Düsseldorf; Hybrid; EUR 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work scheme

Hybrid work model

Work from anywhere policy (up to 30% a

Global growth opportunities

Health and wellness programs

Pension plan

Employee share plan

Mobility benefits

Job summary

Henkel is seeking a capable audit professional to independently execute international audits across our global locations.

You will own audit preparation, delivery and follow-up, assess management systems and controls, and drive targeted improvements across processes.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Structured, self-driven work style with the ability to collaborate.
• Excellent intercultural communication in multinational environments.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken; additional languages are a plus.
• Experience in Supply Chain, Operations or SHE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct international audits across Henkel’s global locations, owning preparation, delivery and follow-up.
• Assess effectiveness of management systems, policies and controls, and develop targeted risk mitigation actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze processes and identify improvements.
• Lead projects focusing on audit methodology, process optimization and risk management.
• Communicate audit results clearly to stakeholders, including senior management, and guide action implementation.
• Travel internationally up to 40% to support global sites and audit coverage.

Skills

Analytical skills

Process orientation

Attention to detail

Assertiveness

Independent working

Intercultural communication

English proficiency

Education

Engineering, Chemistry, or Environmental Sciences degree

Job description

About this Position

What you´ll do

• Independent execution of international audits in the areas of Supply Chain, Operations & SHE across Henkel’s global locations, including full ownership of audit preparation, delivery, and follow-up
• Assessment of the effectiveness of the management system, policies, and key controls, followed by the development of targeted actions to mitigate risks, strengthen compliance, and enhance business processes
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to analyze processes, identify improvement opportunities, and support the continuous advancement
• Leadership of dedicated projects focusing on audit methodology, process optimization, and risk management
• Clear and confident communication of audit results to relevant stakeholders – including senior management – while providing guidance during the implementation of defined actions
• Regular international travel of up to 40% to support global sites and ensure consistent audit coverage

What makes you a good fit

• Excellent university degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or Environmental Sciences
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in the areas of Supply Chain, Operations or SHE with knowledge of relevant industry standards and good practices
• Strong analytical skills, pronounced process affinity, and high attention to detail
• Confident presence, strong assertiveness, and the ability to constructively navigate and resolve conflicts
• Self-driven, structured, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
• International mindset with strong intercultural communication skills and readiness to work in multinational environments
• Excellent verbal and written English skills; additional languages are a plus
  

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global 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.

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