Junior manager third party manufacturing (d/f/m)

What you´ll do

• Lead the development of the external injection moulding manufacturing footprint, including supplier relocation, onboarding activities, support for new program implementations, and continuous supplier improvement within the automotive industry
• Organize and coordinate production ramp-ups with European contract manufacturers, maintaining strong relationships with partners to meet project deadlines
• Oversee and analyze manufacturing processes in injection molding, e.g. including OEE monitoring and shopfloor management
• Work closely with suppliers to effectively resolve issues during crisis periods
• Optimize and manage processing costs within the assigned portfolio, ensuring cost-efficiency and fostering continuous improvement
• Collaborate effectively with key stakeholders, including purchasing, supply chain, engineering, quality, business functions, and external partners, to create a cooperative working environment
• Support safety, health, environmental, and quality audits with a responsible approach, ensuring compliance and promoting operational excellence
• Coordinate technical and operational topics (e.g., technical specifications) between Henkel and suppliers to ensure alignment and meet technical and operational requirements

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering or a related field
• First professional experience (min 2+ years) in operations/manufacturing, supply chain or project management, ideally in an automotive environment. Experience in injection moulding would be beneficial.
• Initial experience in coordinating projects or workstreams within cross-functional teams
• Experience in driving cost saving initiatives within manufacturing operations
• Strong analytical mindset with a structured and solution-oriented way of working
• Fluent English skills are a must; preferred good German skills
• Willingness to travel ca. 25% through EU+ category B driving licence

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.

JOB ID: 26094643

Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf

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