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HEHenkel AG&Co.KGaA

Packaging Category Manager/Expert for Labels, Flexibles and Bags(m/w/x)

Düsseldorf
Full-timeWith Home OfficeSenior

Global technical authority for material optimization and harmonization of labels, flexibles, and bags at consumer goods manufacturer. Degree in Packaging Engineering and 5+ years category management experience required. Work-from-anywhere policy for up to 25 days per year.

Requirements

  • Degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years experience in packaging development or category management
  • Expertise in packaging innovation, material optimization, and regulatory compliance
  • Ability to lead cross-functional projects in global environments
  • Strategic mindset with analytical and project coordination skills
  • Fluency in English

Tasks

  • Provide strategic and technical category leadership
  • Drive category harmonization and performance optimization
  • Align packaging with business and sustainability goals
  • Partner closely with cross-functional teams
  • Act as global technical authority for packaging
  • Maintain expertise in materials and technologies
  • Standardize and rationalize packaging specifications
  • Reduce packaging complexity, cost, and inefficiencies
  • Develop new "first-time-right" packaging solutions
  • Collaborate with the Project Implementation team
  • Monitor and translate emerging material trends
  • Lead innovation, renovation, and sustainability projects
  • Ensure technical feasibility and performance
  • Develop a strategic supplier landscape
  • Drive new developments and innovations
  • Comply with global regulations and recyclability
  • Maintain and share category guidelines and specs
  • Distribute best practices across the organization

Work Experience

  • 5 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degreeOR
  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • PPWR

Benefits

Flexible Working

  • Flexible work scheme
  • Flexible hours
  • Hybrid work model
  • Work from anywhere policy

Career Advancement

  • National and international growth opportunities

Mental Health Support

  • Global wellbeing standards

Healthcare & Fitness

  • Health and preventive care programs
  • MEGA Preventive Health Insurance

Generous Parental Leave

  • 8-week gender-neutral parental leave

Competitive Pay

  • Employee Share Plan
  • Henkel matching shares

Retirement Plans

  • Company Pension Plan

Other Benefits

  • CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
  • Interview accommodations

Company Bike

  • My Henkel Bike

Public Transport Subsidies

  • Jobticket
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