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Head of Metal Packaging Surface Treatment Europe(m/w/x)
Driving metal packaging surface treatment innovation with European customers. 7-10 years R&D leadership experience in surface treatments required. Work from anywhere policy, flexible hours.
Requirements
- Master or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or related field
- 7-10 years professional experience in product development, ideally in chemical industry with focus on surface treatments and scale-up processes
- Leadership experience in R&D teams
- Projects in Europe or internationally
- Experience in surface treatment of metals (e.g. corrosion protection, coatings, cleaners)
- Focus on metal packaging sector
- Knowledge of electrochemistry
- Knowledge of polymer chemistry
- Knowledge of analytical methods such as XPS and SEM
- Strong leadership skills in managing innovation pipelines
- Strong leadership skills in developing teams
- Strong leadership skills in stakeholder management
- Knowledge in EU-Regulations (e.g. sustainability, recycling, GMP)
- Willingness to travel around 15-20%
- Travel around 15-20%
Tasks
- Promote innovation pipeline with customers
- Ensure innovation project performance aligns with launch plan
- Meet financial targets for innovation projects
- Lead and develop high-performing teams
- Manage stakeholders effectively
- Set clear team priorities
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders
- Leverage stakeholder feedback to optimize processes
- Attend business meetings and conferences
- Present technical work at meetings and conferences
- Ensure adherence to environmental, health, and safety regulations
- Ensure adherence to safety standards and policies
- Explore new technology opportunities
- Explore new product opportunities
- Explore performance improvement opportunities
- Perform data analysis
- Draw conclusions from data
- Make experimental recommendations
Work Experience
- 7 - 10 years
Education
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Fluent
- German – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- XPS
- SEM
Benefits
Flexible Working
- Flexible work scheme
- Flexible hours
- Hybrid work model
- Work from anywhere policy
Diverse Work
- Diverse growth opportunities
Mental Health Support
- Global wellbeing standards
Healthcare & Fitness
- Health and preventive care programs
- MEGA Preventive Health Insurance
Generous Parental Leave
- Gender-neutral parental leave
Competitive Pay
- Employee Share Plan
Retirement Plans
- Company Pension Plan
Other Benefits
- CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
- Mobility offer
Company Bike
- My Henkel Bike
Public Transport Subsidies
- Jobticket
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Head of Metal Packaging Surface Treatment Europe(m/w/x)
Driving metal packaging surface treatment innovation with European customers. 7-10 years R&D leadership experience in surface treatments required. Work from anywhere policy, flexible hours.
Requirements
- Master or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or related field
- 7-10 years professional experience in product development, ideally in chemical industry with focus on surface treatments and scale-up processes
- Leadership experience in R&D teams
- Projects in Europe or internationally
- Experience in surface treatment of metals (e.g. corrosion protection, coatings, cleaners)
- Focus on metal packaging sector
- Knowledge of electrochemistry
- Knowledge of polymer chemistry
- Knowledge of analytical methods such as XPS and SEM
- Strong leadership skills in managing innovation pipelines
- Strong leadership skills in developing teams
- Strong leadership skills in stakeholder management
- Knowledge in EU-Regulations (e.g. sustainability, recycling, GMP)
- Willingness to travel around 15-20%
- Travel around 15-20%
Tasks
- Promote innovation pipeline with customers
- Ensure innovation project performance aligns with launch plan
- Meet financial targets for innovation projects
- Lead and develop high-performing teams
- Manage stakeholders effectively
- Set clear team priorities
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders
- Leverage stakeholder feedback to optimize processes
- Attend business meetings and conferences
- Present technical work at meetings and conferences
- Ensure adherence to environmental, health, and safety regulations
- Ensure adherence to safety standards and policies
- Explore new technology opportunities
- Explore new product opportunities
- Explore performance improvement opportunities
- Perform data analysis
- Draw conclusions from data
- Make experimental recommendations
Work Experience
- 7 - 10 years
Education
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Fluent
- German – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- XPS
- SEM
Benefits
Flexible Working
- Flexible work scheme
- Flexible hours
- Hybrid work model
- Work from anywhere policy
Diverse Work
- Diverse growth opportunities
Mental Health Support
- Global wellbeing standards
Healthcare & Fitness
- Health and preventive care programs
- MEGA Preventive Health Insurance
Generous Parental Leave
- Gender-neutral parental leave
Competitive Pay
- Employee Share Plan
Retirement Plans
- Company Pension Plan
Other Benefits
- CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
- Mobility offer
Company Bike
- My Henkel Bike
Public Transport Subsidies
- Jobticket
About the Company
Henkel AG&Co.KGaA
Industry
Manufacturing
Description
Das Unternehmen bietet vielfältige Einblicke in die Tätigkeit eines Unternehmensjuristen in einem internationalen Konzern.
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