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Henkel Senior Innovation Project Manager in Madison Heights, Michigan
Senior Innovation Project Manager
Adhesive TechnologiesInnovationUnited States, Madison Heights, MI, MIFull TimeRegular
About this Position
At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.
This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.
*Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel. *
What you´ll do
Manage multiple complex innovation projects for our business unit, Automotive Components, in North America
Steer innovation projects to launch the next generation of Automotive Adhesives, Sealants, and Coatings
Guide the project team through challenging dynamic developments and ensure that changes are properly tracked
Effectively leads cross functional teams, owns results, and shapes outcomes
Create and align on project timing and financial plans
Update and report on project progress and summarize status of managed projects
Prepare and present projects for decision meetings and reviews
Manage project budget and relevant KPIs
Identify risks and defines countermeasures
Guide team members to properly use project tools, templates and deliverables and drives execution
Meet with colleagues and customers at our plants and customer sites (travel up to 30%)
What makes you a good fit
Demonstrated ability to lead and align diverse cross‑functional teams, fostering collaboration across technical, commercial, and operational functions.
Clear enthusiasm for driving complex innovation initiatives, from early‑stage concept development through industrialization and market launch.
A minimum of five years of experience in project management or a closely related discipline within a technology‑driven or manufacturing environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field; a Master’s degree is considered a strong advantage.
Deep interest in the automotive market and preferably hands‑on experience working with OEMs, Tier 1/Tier 2 suppliers, or within an automotive components context.
Proven ability to bring teams together, streamline complex information, and ensure alignment around strategic priorities and project objectives.
Strong command of MS Office applications—particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Teams—and practical experience with MS Project or comparable project management tools.
Excellent English written and verbal communication skills suitable for an international business environment.
PMP (PMI) or equivalent project management certification is considered a valuable asset.
Some benefits of joining Henkel
Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement
The salary for this role is $ 110,000.00 - $ 140,000.00 . This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
JOB ID: 26091039
Job Locations: United States, MI, Madison Heights, MI
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