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.
Material Assistant Manager
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Material Assistant Manager
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About this Position
The Materials Assistant Manager is responsible for planning and executing the company's material planning, warehouse management, and import-export processes.
What you´ll do
- Manage daily warehouse operations (receiving, storage, shipping, inventory counting) to ensure consistency between records and physical stocks and achieve inventory accuracy targets.
- Implement 5S management to ensure full compliance of material management processes with company regulations, lead internal and external audits and rectifications, and mitigate compliance risks.
- Lead customs declaration, clearance, and transportation coordination for imported and exported materials to ensure compliance with customs regulations and trade compliance requirements.
- Manage import-export documents (e.g., bills of lading, packing lists, certificates of origin) to avoid compliance risks and logistics delays.
- Regularly analyze warehouse and logistics cost structures, formulate cost-saving and efficiency-improving strategies, and supervise their implementation.
- Promote Lean Management (Lean/Six Sigma) and the application of automation tools to optimize material flow efficiency, reduce manual operation errors, enhance labor efficiency, and lower operational costs.
- Establish and enforce departmental safety management systems (e.g., high-position picking management, forklift management, hazardous materials management, fire and explosion prevention) to ensure zero accident targets.
- Regularly organize safety training and emergency drills to strengthen employee safety awareness and ensure compliance with OSHA or local safety regulations.
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor’s degree or above in supply chain management, logistics engineering, industrial engineering, or related fields.
- At least 5 years of materials management experience, with 3+ years of team management experience;
- Proficiency in warehouse management system (SAP/SFS (Smart Factory System))
- Leadership and communication 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
- Global 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
- Outpatient medical coverage for employees and eligible dependents
- Life, Hospital, Personal Accident Insurance Coverage
- DPLK (Financial Institution Pension Fund)
- Annual Physical Examination
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: 25085464
Job Locations: Indonesia, Jawa, Pasuruan
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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.