About This Position
Embark on a thrilling journey with our 18-month CHAiNGERS Operations & Supply Chain Trainee Program, that prepares you for a fast-track development in the Operations & Supply Chain organization at Henkel Adhesives. Through this program, you will gain comprehensive insights into the different functions of Adhesive Operations & Supply Chain, take over projects in our plants, build a broad network, benefit from an individual training and development plan that will prepare you for future positions.
Enjoy the perks of a permanent contract, a competitive salary, and a guaranteed position post-program.
What You'll Do
- The program includes three phases of 6 months.
- Building your Foundation: You will join our production team and support efficiency and optimization initiatives.
- Exploring new horizons: You will embark on functional rotations in selected departments in alignment with the Program Manager (example: Quality, Engineering, Logistics, Lean Management, SHE, etc.).
- Get a strategic perspective: You will be involved in a cross-functional project in close collaboration with the regional and global Henkel Adhesive Technology teams.
- In parallel you will be introduced to the different supply chain and related functions to build a broad understanding of the organization.
- You will own and drive multiple cross-functional projects that lead to continuous improvement within your plant, allowing you to develop deep insight into the different functions of operations and supply chain.
- As part of the program, you will receive a high level of visibility and guidance from an experienced mentor who will provide ongoing guidance, share feedback on your performance and agree development measures with you.
- Expand your global professional network, exchanging ideas with fellow trainees and connecting with senior leaders, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
- Upon completion of the program, you will be placed in a responsible position across the operations and supply chain organization at one of our 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
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics with a successful academic record.
- Up to 2 years of work experience, ideally in a multinational environment with experience in either manufacturing or supply chain roles.
- Enthusiastic about starting your career journey at our diverse production sites.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, able to foster relationships across all organizational levels.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a hands-on mentality and a process-oriented approach to effectively implement ideas.
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office.
- Great aptitude for continuous learning and self-development, with interest in new technologies, digitization, and data analysis.
- Geographic mobility.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and the local language.
Some Perks of Joining Henkel
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours.
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities.
- 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.
- Performance bonus / incentives.
- Competitive Pension & Life Assurance - Company contributes up to 10% of basic salary.
- Comprehensive Private Medical Insurance - VHI.
- Flexi-time Policy.
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.
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About This Position
Embark on a thrilling journey with our 18-month CHAiNGERS Operations & Supply Chain Trainee Program, that prepares you for a fast-track development in the Operations & Supply Chain organization at Henkel Adhesives. Through this program, you will gain comprehensive insights into the different functions of Adhesive Operations & Supply Chain, take over projects in our plants, build a broad network, benefit from an individual training and development plan that will prepare you for future positions.
Enjoy the perks of a permanent contract, a competitive salary, and a guaranteed position post-program.
What You'll Do
- The program includes three phases of 6 months.
- Building your Foundation: You will join our production team and support efficiency and optimization initiatives.
- Exploring new horizons: You will embark on functional rotations in selected departments in alignment with the Program Manager (example: Quality, Engineering, Logistics, Lean Management, SHE, etc.).
- Get a strategic perspective: You will be involved in a cross-functional project in close collaboration with the regional and global Henkel Adhesive Technology teams.
- In parallel you will be introduced to the different supply chain and related functions to build a broad understanding of the organization.
- You will own and drive multiple cross-functional projects that lead to continuous improvement within your plant, allowing you to develop deep insight into the different functions of operations and supply chain.
- As part of the program, you will receive a high level of visibility and guidance from an experienced mentor who will provide ongoing guidance, share feedback on your performance and agree development measures with you.
- Expand your global professional network, exchanging ideas with fellow trainees and connecting with senior leaders, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
- Upon completion of the program, you will be placed in a responsible position across the operations and supply chain organization at one of our 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
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics with a successful academic record.
- Up to 2 years of work experience, ideally in a multinational environment with experience in either manufacturing or supply chain roles.
- Enthusiastic about starting your career journey at our diverse production sites.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, able to foster relationships across all organizational levels.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a hands-on mentality and a process-oriented approach to effectively implement ideas.
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office.
- Great aptitude for continuous learning and self-development, with interest in new technologies, digitization, and data analysis.
- Geographic mobility.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and the local language.
Some Perks of Joining Henkel
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours.
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities.
- 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.
- Performance bonus / incentives.
- Competitive Pension & Life Assurance - Company contributes up to 10% of basic salary.
- Comprehensive Private Medical Insurance - VHI.
- Flexi-time Policy.
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.
