Junior Manager - Operational Excellence Europe (d/f/m)

Adhesive Technologies Logistics / Supply Chain Germany, Düsseldorf, North Rhine Westphalia Full Time Regular
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About this Position


What you´ll do

  • Support the ownership and further development of one or multiple Operational Excellence (HPS) capabilities (e.g. Continuous Improvement, Performance Management, Autonomous Maintenance) at European level
  • Enable strong execution of Operational Excellence (HPS) capabilities at site level by supporting coaching, training, and advisory activities to drive measurable performance improvements (OEE, cost, quality, safety, reliability)
  • Act as a junior subject matter expert, providing hands-on support in capability‑specific improvement projects, structured problem solving, and capability maturity assessments
  • Contribute to the definition, alignment, and continuous improvement of Operational Excellence (HPS) standards, methods, and learning concepts in close collaboration with Global HPS and regional stakeholders
  • Support site‑to‑site exchange of best practices and lessons learned, ensuring structured documentation and re‑application across the European network
  • Continuously scout and analyze internal and external Operational Excellence solutions, methods, and benchmarks to support sustainable performance improvements
  • Support global and regional Operational Excellence (HPS) projects in collaboration with cross‑functional teams (e.g. Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, SHEQ)

What makes you a good fit

  • Master’s degree, preferably in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Management, or Business Administration
  • 1–3 years first relevant professional experience in Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Lean, TPM, or Manufacturing / Supply Chain environments
  • Solid foundational knowledge of Lean, TPM and Continuous Improvement tools such as: Standardized Work, OEE, Autonomous Maintenance, 5S, Problem Solving, Value Stream Mapping
  • Strong communication skills and motivation to coach, train, and influence teams on the shopfloor and at management level
  • Fluent English & German skills; additional European language skills (e.g. French, Italian, Russian) are an advantage
  • Willingness to travel across Europe (approx. 50%)

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: 26095482

Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf

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

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How is work at Henkel

Acerca de Henkel

Con un sólido legado de cerca de 150 años, estamos liderando el camino para reimaginar y mejorar la vida hoy, así como para las generaciones futuras, a través de nuestras marcas y tecnologías innovadoras y sustentables, en nuestros equipos de todo el mundo. Henkel ocupa posiciones de liderazgo en los negocios industriales y de consumo: nuestro portafolio incluye reconocidos productos para el cuidado del cabello, detergentes para la ropa, suavizantes de telas, así como adhesivos, selladores y recubrimientos funcionales. 

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FAQ

Sí, solo debes completar tu perfil en nuestro sistema de solicitud en línea y una vez completo, puedes aplicar a varios puestos. 

Sí, por favor. Henkel es una compañía internacional en la que estarás trabajando con personas de todo el mundo y el inglés es el idioma oficial de la compañía. Como norma general, escribe la solicitud en el mismo idioma en el que está escrita la oferta de empleo.  

Cada vacante que abrimos en Henkel es única y encontrar a la persona adecuada es importante tanto para el candidato contratado como para Henkel. Queremos asegurarnos de que tanto el candidato como la compañía, son una buena opción el uno para el otro. Durante todo el proceso proporcionamos un feedback a los candidatos.

Sí, de hecho es una expectativa de Henkel que nuestro personal sea flexible y pueda cambiar de residencia. Esto ayuda a respaldar a la empresa a un nivel más amplio y global.
Nuestra filosofía “Triple two” promueve esta idea permitiendo que trabajes en al menos dos puestos, en dos áreas de negocio distintas y en dos países diferentes. El motivo detrás de esta filosofía es que trabajar en distintos puestos, en distintas unidades de negocio y con diferentes funciones es bueno para el desarrollo de nuestro personal y mejora la idea de Henkel como empresa global.

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