Business Development Specialist Packaging

Henkel; Detroit (MI); Remote; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Henkel is seeking a Business Development Specialist in Packaging to join their Adhesive Technologies unit. The role involves market analysis, project management, and strategic growth initiatives within the Specialty Tapes and Labels Business. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with a focus on the packaging industry.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Work-Life Balance

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Annual bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in market analysis and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience in the pressure-sensitive adhesives industry preferred.
• Ability to interpret data and identify trends.

Responsibilities

• Support BD team in assessing new markets via data analysis.
• Enable efficiency within BD projects using project management tools.
• Monitor market conditions and trends for strategic growth.

Skills

Data Analysis

Project Management

Market Analysis

Communication

Networking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or Business

Job description

Business Development Specialist Packaging

Join to apply for the Business Development Specialist Packaging role at Henkel.

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil, ‘all, Loctite, Snuggle, and Schwarzkopf, and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.

This position is within our Adhesive Technologies business unit, where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.

Dare to learn new skills, advance your career, and make an impact at Henkel.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Business Development (BD) team in assessing new markets via data analysis, intel capture, and concise summarization of complex market landscapes.
• Enable efficiency and speed of execution within BD projects, partnerships, and workflows by leveraging project management methodology and tools.
• Support strategic growth within the Specialty Tapes and Labels Business through continuous monitoring of market conditions and evolving market trends.
• Support strategic engagement at all points in the value chain to expedite innovation and project timelines.
• Improve efficiency and knowledge sharing via cross-functional and cross-regional collaboration.

What Makes You a Good Fit

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or Business.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience, ideally with exposure to market analysis, opportunity sizing, and cross-functional collaboration. Experience within the pressure-sensitive adhesives industry is preferred.
• This is a remote position; expected travel is approximately 25%.
• Interest in learning about the evolving packaging industry.
• Highly independent self-starter with goal-setting and strategic planning skills.
• Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make informed business decisions.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and lead with confidence.
• High flexibility and learning agility.
• Proficient in oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent networking skills.

Benefits of Joining Henkel

• Health Insurance: Affordable plans for medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing starting day 1.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, flexible & hybrid work policies, vacation buy/sell program.
• Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan, annual bonus, service awards, student loan reimbursement.
• Family Support: Parental leave, fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted care, scholarships.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for national and international growth, skills development courses, tuition reimbursement.

The salary range for this role is $85,000-$115,000, with potential for variation based on experience and other factors.

Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. We are an equal opportunity employer, evaluating applicants without regard to legally protected categories.