Manager Sustainable Materials (d/f/m)

At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of over 47.000 pioneers around the globe. Our teams at Henkel Adhesive Technologies help to transform entire industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. With our trusted brands, our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills. Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth.

Dare to make an impact?

• Experienced senior manager (d/f/m) that contributes to shaping Adhesive Technologies’ strategy for sustainability by further accelerating low emission raw materials as differentiator
• The special focus is on driving lean / low CO2 approach in our supply base for scope 1/2 by shifting internal and supplier mindset and demonstrating thought leadership
• Identify highest impact levers, derive and prioritize concrete initiatives and translate them into business plans 
• Responsible for roadmap development, performance measurement and progress reporting for technology-related CO2 reduction initiatives in our Scope 3
• Provide expertise on sustainability related topics such as recycling with special focus on chemical/advanced recycling 
• Proactively engage with suppliers and regulatory bodies to shape future low emission chains in terms of energy usage/sources
• Represent Henkel externally at association or industry initiatives, at customers, as well as in internal bodies - to improve our sustainability expertise, performance, and reputation

• Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical engineering or a related field (PhD optional)
• Min. 5 years of professional experience in commercial roles in the chemical industry, ideally with a strong focus on sustainability related projects
• Background and experience in purchasing, marketing or sales is a plus
• Excellent understanding of complexity of products, technologies, and value chains required
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Individual with both strategic and analytical mindset, strong project management skills, and passion about driving change and challenging the status quo
• Fluent English language skills, good knowledge of German is an advantage

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, disabilities, and generations.