Senior Manager Sustainability Commercialization (d/f/m)

Adhesive Technologies Sustainability Germany, Düsseldorf, North Rhine Westphalia Full Time Regular
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About this position

About this Position

Drive the successful commercialization of sustainability across Henkel Adhesive Technologies business’ units and regions in order to deliver on our sustainability transformation.

As Sustainability Commercialization Manager you will lead the development and implementation of strategies that monetize sustainability as a competitive advantage. This role will be pivotal in driving the commercialization of sustainable solutions, partnering with Strategic Business Units (SBUs) to increase revenue from sustainable products and reduce reliance on transitioner products. 

What you´ll do

  • Create and implement a strategic framework to commercialize sustainability, positioning it as a key differentiator for future business success
  • Develop commercialization toolkits, models, and workshops to support market strategy and value proposition development
  • Ensure alignment with related strategic initiatives, including data transparency, portfolio transformation, and upskilling
  • Collaborate with SBUs to accelerate the commercialization of sustainable products, and actively support the reduction of transitioner products
  • Develop market strategies and value propositions to support sales, leveraging internal and external best practices related to key sustainability differentiators
  • Enhance customer engagement through sustainability-driven marketing and value-based selling
  • Streamline access to critical sustainability data and sustainability tools
  • Upskill the sales community on sustainability-focused selling techniques to drive customer intimacy

What makes you a good fit

  • Bachelor or Master degree in the field of chemistry, materials science, business marketing or a similar field
  • Around10 years of experience in Sales & Marketing and/or business development in a B2B environment with a proven track record to commercialize sustainable solutions
  • Strong understanding of market strategy, sales enablement, and value proposition development
  • Excellent collaboration skills with experience working across multiple business units
  • Ability to drive strategic initiatives while providing hands-on support
  • Experience with driving sustainability strategies and KPIs is a plus
  • Fluent English skills

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
  • 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.

JOB ID: 25078588

Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf

Contact information for application-related questions: Recruitment-Germany@henkel.com

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How is work at Henkel

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.

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FAQ

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

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.

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.

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.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.

Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.