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.
Regional Sustainability Manager
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Regional Sustainability Manager
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About this position
About this Position
- This position will be overall responsible for drive sustainability & environmental performance at Adhesive Technologies Operation & Supply Chain in Asia Pacific region.
What you´ll do
- Translate global sustainability targets into regional programs & goals for the APAC region.
- Steer regional investment projects for achieving our 2030 sustainability ambition focusing on decarbonization, circular material usage and circular water management.
- Set standards for sustainable manufacturing in APAC through coordination with our engineering department and ensure compliance.
- Drive development and implementation of decarbonization measures for Scope 1 and 2 in multiple manufacturing technologies.
- Drive implementation of circular practices for waste and water usage in our manufacturing plants.
- Drive digitization of sustainability relevant processes including data tracking and analysis on plant and regional level.
- Lead regional Sustainability Management Review, incl. risk & opportunity management and the regional network of all functions relevant to Sustainability & Environment Performance matters.
- Develop organizational competences on Sustainability through e.g. workshops, best practice sharing and local engagement programs.
- Support regional & site management in Sustainability program implementation, incl. Sustainability Ambassador program.
- Coordinate regional Sustainability Scorecard/ Projects & Investment reviews and provide technical expertise for projects’ sustainability assessment.
- Support regional/ site Energy Management systems and Energy Efficiency programs incl. ISO 50001 implementation as well as ISO 140001.
- Act as Sustainability/Environmental counterpart for major investments/projects, support processes for site decommissioning and divestment, assist in due diligence and M&A integration.
- Represent APAC in the global Sustainability Leadership team and align roadmaps, fundings and methodologies to global standards from the Sustainability CoE.
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Sustainability, Lean Management, Environmental Science or similar work experience (Master’s degree preferred).
- 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with 5+ years of focus on sustainability.
- Proven sustainability experience in an industrial setting required including managing programs for decarbonization, improving water circularity and establishing circular material solutions.
- Language: Fluent English is must; excellent Mandarin is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills including articulating benefits and risks of sustainability initiatives to all levels in the organization.
- Collaboration & Influencing: Builds trust and value-based collaborative relationships in a global/regional matrix environment with different stakeholders; Strong communicator, challenge and feedback.
- Ability to interpret and analyze data to develop robust business cases for sustainability projects.
- Leadership Skills: Live up with Henkel Leadership Commitment and diverse culture.
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
- Comprehensive Group Insurance Scheme
- Annual Physical Examination
- Flexible Benefits cover for dependents
- Company Products Discount
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: 25082224
Job Locations: China, Shanghai, Shanghai
Contact information for application-related questions: Henkel.GCN.Recruitment@henkel.com
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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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