About this Position
We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Brand Protection Manager to safeguard our company’s valuable brand Loctite in Europe. You will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive brand protection strategy and relevant key initiatives to combat counterfeiting, trademark infringement, and unauthorized sales. The ideal candidate will have a good track record in both brand protection and cross-functional collaboration.
What you´ll do
* Develop and execute regional brand protection initiatives aligned with global brand protection strategy and business objectives
* Partner with internal teams (Legal, Marketing, Sales, Channel, Operation…) and build a brand protection network
* Manage online brand protection vendor and build strong relationships with e-commerce and social media platforms to take down infringing listings
* Collaborate with product manager to enhance the product design and increase the barrier for infringers to copy our products
* Manage a clear process for production verification and counterfeits reporting
* Work with legal counsel to proactively identify, investigate, and take relevant actions against counterfeit operations, trademark infringements, and gray market activities
* Work with global, regional, and local market customer activation team, channel team and sales team to realize brand protection communication
* Track and report on key metrics (e.g., number of takedowns, market value released), analyze relevant trends, and recommend proactive measures
What makes you a good fit
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, or similar, advanced degree or IP certification is a plus
* Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in brand protection, anti-counterfeiting, grey market infringement prevention, IP enforcement or any other related fields
* Proven experience working with online platforms, law enforcement and customs is a plus
* Familiarity with trademark and IP laws, regulations and practices in EU
* Strong project management and analytical skills as well as excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
* Fluent in English
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.