Manager Product Development Metal Pretreatment & Cleaner (d/f/m)

Adhesive Technologies Research & Development Germany, Düsseldorf, North Rhine Westphalia Full Time Regular
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About this Position

 

What you´ll do

  • Lead the Metal Pretreatment & Cleaners Product and Application Development Team within the Adhesive Metals Components (AMC) business unit
  • Drive product development activities and technical customer support requests within the metal pretreatment technology portfolio
  • Initiate, develop and optimize product formulations and surface treatment processes to meet customer and market requirements
  • Identify and implement opportunities for cost optimization, raw material substitution and technical problem-solving
  • Partner closely with Sales, Technical Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing and Quality teams to deliver innovative solutions and accelerate business growth
  • Ensure safe and efficient laboratory operations in accordance with applicable safety, environmental, and quality standards
  • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement while developing and empowering team members
  • Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support sustainable business growth and customer satisfaction

What makes you a good fit

  • Master's degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or a related scientific discipline
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience within the chemical industry
  • Strong technical expertise in metal pretreatment technologies, cleaners and coating systems
  • Passion for technology combined with the ability to collaborate effectively in dynamic, diverse and results-oriented teams
  • Proven people leadership capabilities with a strong commitment to developing, empowering and motivating team members to achieve their full potential
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in German is beneficial

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
  • Company Pension Plan 100% financed by Henkel
  • MEGA Preventive Health Insurance
  • CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
  • Mobility offer: My Henkel Bike and Jobticket

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, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.

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JOB ID: 26100650

Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf

Contact information for application-related questions: Recruitment-Germany@henkel.com

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