Junior APO consultant

Henkel GCC; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid work model

Global growth opportunities

Group Medical Insurance

Job summary

Henkel GCC is seeking a skilled APO professional to help transform Henkel’s APO systems and drive the Custom Code Strategy. You will shape development standards and ensure adherence while coordinating with global stakeholders to enable worldwide business operations.

The role emphasizes collaboration across international teams, with a focus on delivering stable, cloud-ready development practices and robust governance to sustain Henkel’s planning landscape.

Qualifications

• Participate in transformation of Henkel APO systems.
• Define development standards and monitor adherence to the standards.
• Manage global demands and alignment with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with global teams and bridge communication across countries.

Responsibilities

• Participate in transformation of Henkel APO systems.
• Contribute to shaping and driving Custom Code Strategy of Henkel.
• Define development standards and contribute to monitoring adherence to the standards.
• Manage global demands and alignment with stakeholders.

Skills

SAP IBP

APO governance

Stakeholder management

Cloud-ready development

Analytical thinking

Job description

The APO team supports Henkel’s planning organization by managing custom code and SAP development governance. The team focuses on SAP IBP governance, developer governance, and decommissioning unused code, while fostering strong teamwork and collaboration.

What you’ll do:

• Participate in transformation of Henkel APO systems
• Contribute to shaping and driving Custom Code Strategy of Henkel
• Define development standards and contribute to monitoring the adherence to the standards
• Manage global demands and alignment with stakeholders
• Contribute with your knowledge and experience to enable smooth and stable Henkel business operations worldwide
• Support solution design and deliver state of the art solutions Act as a role model for other peers and colleagues in international environment

What makes you a good fit:

• Minimum 3+ years of experience as APO with SAP IBP is advantage
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating with global teams and bridging communication
• Upgrade stable and cloud ready development principles
• Analytical thinking, solution-oriented approach, self-drive

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
• 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
• Best-in-class Group Medical Insurance policy covering employee, spouse and up to 2 children
• Competitive accident and term life policies for up to 3 times annual gross salary
• Progressive OPD policy of INR 30,000 for employee, spouse and up to 2 children

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 look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.

JOB ID:req88068

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About Henkel

Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well‑known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.

I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?

Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.

The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?

Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.

Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?

Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.

Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?

Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
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Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?

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