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 Supply Chain Process & Systems Americas
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Head of Supply Chain Process & Systems Americas
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About this position
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 with 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 in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
What you´ll do
- The Head of the Process & Systems team oversees and coordinates the activities of the Process & Systems Managers & Experts, ensuring successful delivery of supply chain innovation projects.
- This individual manages the team’s workload, provides leadership, and ensures the team delivers on innovation projects with measurable financial and operational impacts.
- In addition to leading the team, this manager will also drive their own improvement initiatives and contribute to broader supply chain strategic goals.
- Manage and lead a team of Process & Systems Managers & Specialists, ensuring that resources are effectively allocated across multiple projects and initiatives.
- Coordinate and prioritize the team’s activities ensuring timely execution of projects.
- Oversee the progress of all innovation projects managed by the Process & Systems team, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality.
- Serve as the escalation point for any issues, risks, or roadblocks faced by the Process & Systems team, working to resolve them with key stakeholders.
- Lead and manage own innovation projects, working alongside the team to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and innovation within the supply chain and develop solutions to drive these improvements.
- Work closely with the Supply Chain Performance Managers, Knowledge Managers, and other cross-functional stakeholders to ensure cohesive execution of supply chain improvement initiatives.
- Regularly communicate project updates, performance metrics, and successes to senior leadership and relevant stakeholders.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the Process & Systems team, ensuring that processes, tools, and methodologies are continually evaluated and enhanced.
- Partner with the Knowledge Manager to ensure process improvements are institutionalized across the organization and are supported by adequate training.
- Assist team members in their career development, identifying opportunities for upskilling and growth across functions within the organization.
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, or related field.
- Master’s degree or PMP certification preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in supply chain project management, systems implementation, or process optimization.
- Proven experience managing cross-functional teams and driving complex projects to successful completion.
- Expertise with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to drive results in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Experience in process and systems innovation, with a track record of measurable improvements.
Some benefits of joining Henkel
- Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
- Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
- Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
- Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
JOB ID: 25083897
Job Locations: United States, NJ, Bridgewater, NJ
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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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