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Junior Manager Strategic Projects (d/m/w))

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Henkel

8d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Düsseldorf

AI generated summary

  • You need a Master's in Business or related field, 1-2 years in project coordination, advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI skills, strong project management understanding, and excellent communication skills.
  • You will develop automated workflows, create dashboards, manage communications, prepare strategy updates, improve project management tools, coordinate with teams, and assist with ad-hoc project requests.

Requirements

  • Master-Abschluss in Wirtschaft, Projektmanagement oder einem verwandten Fachgebiet und mindestens 1-2 Jahre Erfahrung in der Projektkoordination
  • Fortgeschrittene Kenntnisse in Excel, PowerPoint und Power BI
  • Ausgeprägtes Verständnis von Projektmanagement-Tools und -Methoden
  • Hervorragende zwischenmenschliche Fähigkeiten und die Fähigkeit zur Zusammenarbeit in verschiedenen Teams und Funktionen
  • Hochgradig strukturierte und analytische Denkweise, die gerne an mehreren Projekten gleichzeitig arbeitet
  • Hervorragende schriftliche und mündliche Kommunikationsfähigkeiten für die Einbindung von Stakeholdern und Berichterstattung

Responsibilities

  • Entwicklung und Umsetzung eines automatisierten Workflows zur Verfolgung der Fortschritte bei unseren strategischer Schlüsselinitiativen und -projekte sowie zur Ermittlung von (potenziellen) Risiken
  • Erstellung und Pflege zentraler Strategie-/Projekt-Dashboards mit Excel und Power BI
  • Pflege der Kommunikationskanäle im Unternehmen, um sicherzustellen, dass Aktualisierungen zeitnah und für alle Stakeholder verständlich sind
  • Unterstützung bei der Vorbereitung regelmäßiger Strategie-Updates für die Geschäftsleitung durch aussagekräftige Präsentationen und Formulierung umsetzbarer Empfehlungen
  • Vorantreiben der Verbesserung und Steuerung von Projektmanagement-Tools/-Vorlagen und Prozesse, die weltweit eingesetzt werden
  • Leitung der Koordination mit verschiedenen Projektteams zur Sammlung und Analyse von Daten und Metriken zu den gewonnenen Erkenntnissen und Auswirkungen
  • Unterstützung bei Ad-hoc-Anfragen zum Projektmanagement, z. B. bei internen/externen Meetings und verschiedene strategische Projekte

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Junior Manager Strategic Projects?

The primary role is to develop and implement automated workflows to track the progress of strategic key initiatives and projects, identify potential risks, create and maintain central strategy/project dashboards, and support communication within the company.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Master’s degree in Business, Project Management, or a related field and at least 1-2 years of experience in project coordination are required.

What software skills are necessary for this role?

Advanced knowledge in Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI is required for the position.

Is teamwork important for this job?

Yes, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across various teams and functions are essential.

What kind of communication skills are needed?

Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary for engaging stakeholders and reporting progress.

What development opportunities does Henkel offer for new employees?

Henkel offers diverse national and international development opportunities and flexible working models.

What benefits does Henkel provide for employees?

Some of the benefits include a flexible work model, wellness standards, gender-neutral parental leave, stock purchase plans, a fully-funded retirement plan, health insurance, and mobility offers.

Is there support for employees with different backgrounds?

Yes, Henkel values diversity and encourages applications from individuals of all genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, ages, and abilities.

What tools will I be required to use in this position?

You will need to utilize project management tools and templates that are used globally within the company.

Will I have any responsibilities related to strategy updates for the management?

Yes, you will assist in preparing regular strategy updates for senior management through insightful presentations and actionable recommendations.

Leading with our innovations, brands and technologies. We are: Pioneers at heart for the good of generations.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1876
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Henkel operates worldwide with leading innovations, brands and technologies in two business areas: Adhesive Technologies and Consumer Brands. Founded in 1876, Henkel looks back on more than 145 years of success. The company holds leading positions with its two business units in both industrial and consumer businesses thanks to strong brands, innovations and technologies such as Persil, Schwarzkopf and Loctite. Henkel, headquartered in Düsseldorf / Germany, counts among the most internationally aligned German-based companies in the global marketplace. Our company purpose expresses what unites us all at Henkel: Pioneers at heart for the good of generations. We are a diverse team of more than 50,000 colleagues worldwide, striving to enrich and improve life every day through our products, services, and solutions. Our Purpose is built from our roots and carries a long-standing legacy of innovation, responsibility, and sustainability into the future. Our shared values and Leadership Commitments guide our decisions and actions every day.