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Strategic Procurement Associate (Rotational Trainee Program) Adhesives NA
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About this position
About this position
At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.
Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
What you´ll do
What if your first job out of school wasn't just a "starting point," but a launchpad? Where you weren't just observing decisions — you were making them?
The Strategic Procurement Associate Program: a 24-month accelerated leadership journey built for ambitious early-career professionals who want more than a training rotation. You'll dive straight into real projects, work shoulder-to-shoulder with senior leaders across the globe, and help shape the future of our Adhesive Technologies business — one of the most dynamic corners of a truly global enterprise.
This isn't a program that eases you in. It's one that bets on you from the start.
Over 24 months, you'll rotate through the heart of Strategic Procurement and Category Management, building a skill set most people take years to develop:
- Own real projects — lead initiatives that deliver measurable value across our global business, not just support them
- Work cross-functionally — partner daily with Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, R&D, and Commercial teams
- Master the craft — build deep expertise in supplier management, sourcing strategy, market analysis, and cost optimization
- Build a global network — engage directly with senior leaders and top management across functions and regions
- Grow with intention — get structured mentoring, hands-on coaching, and regular feedback designed to accelerate your trajectory
- Learn alongside peers — join a cohort of fellow trainees who will become lifelong professional allies
From day one, your ideas carry weight. Your projects carry stakes. Your growth is the whole point.
Why Procurement? Why Now?
Procurement isn't the back office anymore — it's where business strategy actually gets executed.
Every sourcing decision you influence, every supplier relationship you help build, every cost model you optimize — it ripples outward into innovation, sustainability, and competitive advantage for the entire business. Few early-career roles put you this close to the decisions that actually move a company forward.
What's In It for You
- A structured, 24-month leadership development program built to fast-track your career
- Real project ownership and visible business impact — starting immediately
- Direct, regular exposure to senior leaders and strategic initiatives
- Personalized mentorship, coaching, and training tailored to your growth
- An international, collaborative culture that spans functions and geographies
- A professional network that will serve you for the rest of your career
- A clear, defined path toward a long-term leadership career in Strategic Procurement
What makes you a good fit
Your Background
- MBA or Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field — or a Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of work experience
- Preferred: 2+ years of experience (internships, co-ops, or full-time roles all count)
Your Edge
- Sharp analytical thinking and a genuine love of solving problems
- A hands-on mentality — you turn ideas into action, not just slides
- Curiosity and drive that doesn't switch off
- An entrepreneurial streak — confident enough to question conventional thinking
- Natural leadership instincts and strong interpersonal skills
- Communication and stakeholder management skills that command a room
- Comfort thriving in fast-paced, ever-changing environments
Some benefits of joining Henkel
- Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
- Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
- Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
- Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement
The salary for this role is $85,000.00 - $95,000.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
JOB ID: 26093575
Job Locations: United States, CT, Rocky Hill, CT
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