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.
Head of Quality Network Japan & South Korea
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Head of Quality Network Japan & South Korea
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About this Position
The Cluster Quality Head for Japan & Korea leads quality across 7 sites by executing global standards, fostering a zero-defect culture, driving digital transformation, developing talent, and achieving key performance targets.
What you´ll do
- Deploy Henkel’s five global quality fundamentals—such as Statistical Quality Control and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis—across all Japan and Korea plants, ensuring 100% compliance with Critical to Quality standards.
- Lead quality performance and risk management by reducing product complaints and applying risk analysis tools like Design and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis in new projects.
- Promote structured problem-solving methods (A3, 8D, Fast Response Problem Solving), and resolve major customer issues through root cause analysis and preventive actions.
- Drive and collaborate with Human Resources to build the right organizational structure, identify key talent, and develop critical skills and capabilities across the quality teams.
- Manage internal and external stakeholders—including customers, auditors, and cross-functional teams—to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Chemical / Electrical / Mechanical, etc.) is required
- Multi-site Quality Management experience in leadership role or a related technical discipline with 8–10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing quality management, preferably in chemical, automotive or electronics industries is required
- Proven track record of deploying global quality systems such as SQC (Statistical Quality Control), MOC (Management of Change), PFMEA (Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis), and problem-solving tools in multi-site environments is required
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional and cross-cultural teams in a matrix organization along with strong customer-facing skills, with experience managing quality expectations of tier-1 global clients is preferred.
- Understanding of Quality Standards and Requirements including ISO / VDA / IATF / PPAP etc. and certification in Six Sigma / Lean Management / Auditor Experience and Root-Cause Analysis is preferred
- Multi-lingual (English / Korean/Japanese, etc.) and strong communicator is required.
Some perks of joining Henkel
- 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
- Retirement Pension DC
- Support for Medical Check-up
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.
JOB ID: 25081063
Job Locations: South Korea, Incheon, Incheon
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FAQ
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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