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Senior Manager Advanced Hair Innovation(m/w/x)
Shaping long-term hair product innovation strategy, driving projects from ideation to consumer validation. 5+ years in beauty or FMCG innovation, global brand, or product management experience required. Flexible work scheme, hybrid model, and 30 days work-from-anywhere policy.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Innovation Management, Business, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in Innovation, Global Brand Management, or Product Management, ideally within beauty or FMCG
- Passion for beauty innovation at intersection of consumer needs, technology, and product development
- Experience managing cross-functional projects in international environment
- Strategic, analytical, and creative mindset with proactive, hands-on attitude
- Strong communication and storytelling skills with ability to inspire and align stakeholders
- Fluent English; German is a plus
Tasks
- Identify emerging consumer needs, trends, and opportunities
- Shape long-term innovation strategy for hair products
- Drive innovation projects from ideation to consumer validation
- Develop product concepts with clear insights and benefits
- Validate product concepts through consumer testing
- Steer cross-functional teams and ensure stakeholder alignment
- Partner with Global R&D, Strategy, Consumer Insights, and Supply Chain
- Collaborate with Brand, Marketing, and R&D teams in Lead Regions
- Present and champion innovation projects to senior stakeholders
- Facilitate cross-functional creative workshops
- Foster a culture of innovation across the organization
Work Experience
- 5 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Fluent
- German – Basic
Benefits
Flexible Working
- Flexible work scheme
- Flexible hours
- Hybrid work model
- Work from anywhere policy (up to 30 days/year)
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 (minimum 8 weeks)
Competitive Pay
- Employee Share Plan
- Henkel matching shares
Retirement Plans
- Company Pension Plan (100% Henkel financed)
Other Benefits
- CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
Company Bike
- My Henkel Bike
Public Transport Subsidies
- Jobticket
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Senior Manager Advanced Hair Innovation(m/w/x)
Shaping long-term hair product innovation strategy, driving projects from ideation to consumer validation. 5+ years in beauty or FMCG innovation, global brand, or product management experience required. Flexible work scheme, hybrid model, and 30 days work-from-anywhere policy.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Innovation Management, Business, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in Innovation, Global Brand Management, or Product Management, ideally within beauty or FMCG
- Passion for beauty innovation at intersection of consumer needs, technology, and product development
- Experience managing cross-functional projects in international environment
- Strategic, analytical, and creative mindset with proactive, hands-on attitude
- Strong communication and storytelling skills with ability to inspire and align stakeholders
- Fluent English; German is a plus
Tasks
- Identify emerging consumer needs, trends, and opportunities
- Shape long-term innovation strategy for hair products
- Drive innovation projects from ideation to consumer validation
- Develop product concepts with clear insights and benefits
- Validate product concepts through consumer testing
- Steer cross-functional teams and ensure stakeholder alignment
- Partner with Global R&D, Strategy, Consumer Insights, and Supply Chain
- Collaborate with Brand, Marketing, and R&D teams in Lead Regions
- Present and champion innovation projects to senior stakeholders
- Facilitate cross-functional creative workshops
- Foster a culture of innovation across the organization
Work Experience
- 5 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Fluent
- German – Basic
Benefits
Flexible Working
- Flexible work scheme
- Flexible hours
- Hybrid work model
- Work from anywhere policy (up to 30 days/year)
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 (minimum 8 weeks)
Competitive Pay
- Employee Share Plan
- Henkel matching shares
Retirement Plans
- Company Pension Plan (100% Henkel financed)
Other Benefits
- CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
Company Bike
- My Henkel Bike
Public Transport Subsidies
- Jobticket
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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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