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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.
Category Manager Intern
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Category Manager Intern
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About this Position
Henkel Consumer Brands is looking for a Category Management Intern to support our sales and category initiatives in Ukraine.
You will be part of Henkel’s Category Management team, working closely with Sales, Marketing, and Retail partners.
What you´ll do
- Running assigned Category Management projects for selected clients.
- Conducting detailed data analyses and providing recommendations on assortment and product placement.
- Preparing and presenting results to internal teams and management.
- Creating and managing planograms using tools such as Space Planning / Spaceman, and coordinating implementation.
- Supporting category reviews with retail partners.
- Building and maintaining analytical tools to support projects.
- Monitoring data quality and ensuring accuracy for efficient processing.
- Tracking new product listings and preparing customer, brand, and SKU mix reports.
What makes you a good fit
- Advanced MS Excel skills (Power Pivot, Power Query, complex formulas, diagrams, basic macros).
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Initiative, persistence, and a results-driven mindset.
- Ability to move seamlessly between detailed analysis and strategic discussions.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- English at intermediate level or higher.
- Relevant studies or experience in Business, Marketing, Economics, or related fields is a plus.
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Challenging tasks and goals to fulfill your potential
- Working in leading FMCG company (well-known brands)
- Great corporate culture to inspire you for new achievements
- Competitive compensation and benefits package including but not limited to medical insurance, lunch allowance, fitness compensation, annual bonus
- Hybrid work model
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: 25084430
Job Locations: Ukraine, Kyyivs'ka, Kiev
Contact information for application-related questions: ua.hr@henkel.com
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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.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.