Manager Sustainability IMEA/SEA

Company Description

At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of over 47,000 pioneers around the globe. Our teams at Henkel Adhesive Technologies help to transform entire industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings. With our trusted brands, cutting-edge technologies, and disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills. Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture, and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth. Dare to make an impact?

Job Description

You will be part of the Consumer Goods Adhesives team serving customers across the FMCG industries, including food & beverage, eCommerce, personal care & hygiene, footwear, and fashion.

• Own the regional implementation of the business unit’s global sustainability strategy, considering regional circumstances and driving execution.
• Create a plan with detailed, measurable targets and tangible deliverables for the defined region, aligning with customer goals.
• Take ownership of the commercialization of our sustainability positive portfolio, including the development of the customer project pipeline.
• Serve as the “Go-To” person for all functions regarding sustainability topics within the region, partnering with commercial teams.
• Work closely across the division of Packaging and Consumer Goods adhesives on topics such as carbon footprint, co-innovation, circularity, and recyclability.
• Identify market, industry, and regulatory trends to drive the sustainable portfolio and innovate future solutions.
• Educate customers and the regional organization on business opportunities related to sustainability.
• Engage with external stakeholders on sustainability issues and manage regional advocacy in alignment with global experts.
• Translate regional regulations and market trends into customer needs.

This position reports directly to the Global Head of Sustainability Consumer Goods Adhesives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental science, engineering, business administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in strategy, marketing, or business development, ideally connected to sustainability management.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive change and innovation.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and persuade at all levels.
• Strong passion for sustainability issues and trends, translating them into business opportunities and solutions.
• Fluency in English is required.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is our power. 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.