Manager Product Development Metal Pretreatment & Cleaner (d/f/m)

About This Position What you´ll do Lead the Metal Pretreatment & Cleaners Product and Application Development Team within the Adhesive Metals Components (AMC) business unitDrive product development activities and technical customer support requests within the metal pretreatment technology portfolioInitiate, develop and optimize product formulations and surface treatment processes to meet customer and market requirementsIdentify and implement opportunities for cost optimization, raw material substitution and technical problem-solvingPartner closely with Sales, Technical Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing and Quality teams to deliver innovative solutions and accelerate business growthEnsure safe and efficient laboratory operations in accordance with applicable safety, environmental, and quality standardsFoster a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement while developing and empowering team membersBuild strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support sustainable business growth and customer satisfaction What makes you a good fit Master's degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or a related scientific disciplineMinimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience within the chemical industryStrong technical expertise in metal pretreatment technologies, cleaners and coating systemsPassion for technology combined with the ability to collaborate effectively in dynamic, diverse and results-oriented teamsProven people leadership capabilities with a strong commitment to developing, empowering and motivating team members to achieve their full potentialExcellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in German is beneficial Some perks of joining Henkel Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per yearDiverse national and international growth opportunitiesGlobal wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programsGender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeksEmployee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching sharesCompany Pension Plan 100% financed by HenkelMEGA Preventive Health InsuranceCareFlex Supplementary Care InsuranceMobility offer: My Henkel Bike and Jobticket 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, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests. Note: The email address you provide during the application process may also be used in later stages (e.g. for contract execution via digital tools). Please ensure that only you have access to this mailbox and that you can securely receive confidential information through it.