Sr. Innovation Project Manager - Automotive IMEA

Job description:

• The Sr. Innovation Project Manager Automotive IMEA will play a key role in driving Henkel's transformation toward e-mobility by managing multiple automotive innovation projects across the IMEA region.
• The role focuses on leading cross-functional project teams to develop and launch next-generation adhesive solutions for automotive applications.
• This position requires a blend of technical understanding, strong project management skills, and business acumen to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• The ideal candidate will act as a bridge between innovation, operations, and customer teams ensuring smooth execution and alignment with Henkel's strategic goals for sustainable and advanced mobility solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive the Automotive change to e-mobility by being part of the Automotive Innovation Project Management
• Steer IMEA Innovation Projects in parallel and help to launch the next generation of Automotive Adhesives
• Stand up for your project in front of the management to report the status, KPIs and to highlight risks
• Guide the project team through challenging dynamic developments and ensure that changes are properly tracked
• Be the troubleshooter and keep an eye on timing, cost and quality of the Project
• Build your network within Henkel Adhesive Technologies to improve our Project Management
• Meet customers and colleagues at the collaborating plants (travel up to 30%)
• Work in a diverse Project Management Team, which supports and develops each other.

Skills Required
Troubleshooting, Project Management