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Manager Strategic Projects (d/f/m)

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Henkel

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Düsseldorf

AI generated summary

  • You should have a Master’s in Business/IT/Engineering, 7+ years in B2B (packaging/manufacturing), project management skills, knowledge of emerging tech, and a flexible, entrepreneurial mindset.
  • You will drive project strategy, lead end-to-end management, create scalability concepts, build partnerships, transfer knowledge, communicate updates, and assess industry trends.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Business, Information Technology or Engineering
  • Minimum 7+ years of relevant work experience in a B2B environment, ideally the packaging or manufacturing industry
  • Skilled at defining new innovative business capability concepts, building business cases and defining prototype/MVP/scale-up requirements
  • Excellent project management skills to execute projects end-to-end and coordinate a wide range of stakeholders
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies (e.g. AI, IoT) is strongly preferred
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration and external networking skills
  • Entrepreneurial and adaptable mindset that thrives in a dynamic environment with changing priorities

Responsibilities

  • Drive the long-term vision, strategy and project pipeline for new business capability concepts enabled by data & digital solutions and build business cases that are in alignment with organizational goals
  • Lead and manage projects end-to-end, all the way from rough concept, to prototyping and MVP pilot testing, coordinating a wide range of internal departments (e.g. Sales, Marketing, IT) and external partners
  • Create scalability and monetization concepts: define how MVPs can be successfully scaled up and turned into a valuable new service/product offering, present requirements to senior leadership
  • Connect with leading tech agencies, service providers and other organizations to build a network of partners to implement projects, generate new ideas and get the latest technology innovation insights
  • Transfer the project know-how and build the internal people capabilities/skill sets needed for project scaling through trainings
  • Ensure internal teams remain up-to-date on project developments and that launches are communicated strategically externally
  • Continuously assess the latest industry and competitor developments in relation to the projects, and act as a trusted expert for the business on the newest game changing innovations in relation to data & digital

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Manager Strategic Projects?

The primary responsibility is to drive the long-term vision, strategy, and project pipeline for new business capability concepts using data and digital solutions, while building business cases aligned with organizational goals.

What type of experience is required for this position?

A minimum of 7+ years of relevant work experience in a B2B environment is required, ideally in the packaging or manufacturing industry.

Is knowledge of emerging technologies necessary for this role?

Yes, knowledge of emerging technologies such as AI and IoT is strongly preferred for this position.

What educational qualifications are needed for the Manager Strategic Projects role?

A Master’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or Engineering is required for this position.

How does the company support employee development?

The company supports employee development by transferring project know-how and building internal capabilities through training.

Will I be coordinating with external partners?

Yes, the role involves connecting with leading tech agencies, service providers, and other organizations to implement projects and generate new ideas.

Are there opportunities for flexible work arrangements?

Yes, the company offers a flexible work scheme, including flexible hours, hybrid work, and work-from-anywhere policies.

What kind of project management skills are required for this role?

Excellent project management skills are needed to execute projects end-to-end and effectively coordinate a wide range of stakeholders.

How does Henkel approach employee wellbeing?

Henkel promotes globally recognized wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs.

Does Henkel offer parental leave?

Yes, Henkel provides gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks.

Are there mobility benefits available to employees?

Yes, there are mobility offers available, including My Henkel Bike and Jobticket options.

What is the policy on diversity and inclusion at Henkel?

Henkel welcomes all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations, and disabilities, valuing the uniqueness of all employees.

What are the retirement benefits provided by Henkel?

Henkel offers a Company Pension Plan that is 100% financed by the company.

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Henkel

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.