About this Position

HENKEL IS FOR THOSE WHO STEP UP. DO YOU?
At Henkel, you can make a difference and craft your career. That’s why you own your projects and take full responsibility from an early stage. Our unique brands in markets around the world open countless opportunities to follow your convictions and explore new paths. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset that allows you to always think out of the box - take the chance and shape the future together with us.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Our 18-month CHAiNGERS Operations & Supply Chain Trainee Program prepares you for a fast-track development in the Operations & Supply Chain organization at Henkel Adhesives Technologies.

Throughout the program, you will gain comprehensive insights into the different functions of Operations & Supply Chain, drive projects in our manufacturing sites, build a broad network, and benefit from an individual training and development plan that will prepare you for future positions within our organization.

During the program you will:
Gain excellent production knowledge & understanding of our value chain and become familiar with the shopfloor culture
Experience rich shadowing experiences with on-site teams & functions
Understand the technology within the plant
Contribute to highly visible and high-impact strategic projects
Earn your Green Belt through Lean Six Sigma training
Participate in tailored learning experiences that ensure relevant professional development
Receive high level of visibility and guidance from your onsite supervisor, subject matter experts and senior leaders throughout the program
Lead impactful projects within the scope of Operations & Supply Chain connected with cross-functional departments
At the end of the program, based on performance and business need, you will be offered your next exciting role in one of our business units where the knowledge and expertise learned through the program will propel your career forward.

YOUR ROLE
Full engagement with the 18-month trainee program, acquiring a broad overview of the role and tasks of operations and supply chain management at Henkel Adhesive Technologies.
Support daily activities at your designated plant, resulting in an overall understanding and appreciation for the full AO value chain – this includes introduction to different supply chain-related functions like strategy, digital business, procurement, and sales to build a broad understanding of the organization.
Own and drive multiple cross-functional projects that lend to continuous improvement within your plant, allowing you to develop deep insight into the different functions of operations and supply chain.
Engage in training and networking experiences to drive preparation for taking on potential leadership roles within our organization in the future.

During the program you will benefit from:
Individual trainings, development plans, a high level of visibility, manager’s guidance, network with senior leaders and other trainees globally.
Upon completion of the program, and assuming good performance and business need, you will be placed in a position across the operations and supply chain organization at one of our regional locations where the knowledge and expertise learned through the program will provide you with a wide range of career opportunities.

What makes you a good fit

• Top graduated student from Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, Materials, Production, Mechanical, Systems)
• 2-3 years of experience at most (Production, Quality, Engineering, Lean, SHE, Consulting, Digital, Data Analysis)
• Up to 2-3 years of work experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment
• Fluent/Advanced English skills
• Ability to work at a manufacturing site (Jundiaí/SP or Itapevi/SP), as role is 100% on-site
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to engage effectively with all levels of management
• Proficient in active listening and asking insightful questions to gain deeper understanding
• Skilled in delivering presentations and tailoring messages to meet the needs of diverse audiences
• Effective time management and organizational skills, ensuring timely and efficient task completion
• Aptitude for continuous learning and self-development, with interest in new technologies, digitization and data analysis
• Demonstrated leadership ability and collaboration within teams (previous internship/co-op experience is preferred)
• Willingness and drive to become a future leader
• Ability to develop a systemic overview of the organizational processes and how they integrate
• Demonstrated willingness to look for different answers & approaches related to the task in hand (benchmarking, networking, technical database, etc)
• Demonstrated curiosity about understanding problems, assessing distinct points of view and challenging status quo.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• 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

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, disabilities, and generations.