Junior Manager Third Party Manufacturing (d/f/m) at henkel

Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

External manufacturing, Supplier management, Production ramp-up, Injection molding, OEE, Process stability, Shopfloor management, Continuous improvement, Problem solving, A3 methodology, Root cause analysis, Cost optimization, Waste reduction, Lean methodologies, Project management, Supply chain

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

About this Position What you´ll do Support the development and optimization of the external manufacturing footprint, including coordination of supplier relocation, tendering and onboarding activities Coordinate and track production ramp-ups with European and international contract manufacturers, ensuring timelines are met and issues are escalated when needed Monitor and analyze manufacturing performance in injection molding (e.g. OEE, process stability) and support shopfloor management and continuous improvement activities Support suppliers in problem solving during operational or escalation situations, applying structured methods (e.g. A3, root cause analysis) Contribute to cost optimization and waste reduction initiatives within the assigned portfolio by identifying improvement potentials and supporting implementation Collaborate with internal stakeholders (purchasing, supply chain, engineering, quality) and external partners to ensure smooth coordination of operational topics Support SHEQ and compliance audits and follow up on actions to ensure timely implementation and adherence to standards Coordinate technical and operational topics (e.g. specifications, requirements) between internal functions and suppliers to ensure alignment and proper execution What makes you a good fit Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering or a related field First professional experience (approx. 2+ years) in operations/manufacturing, supply chain or project management, ideally in an automotive or industrial environment Initial experience in coordinating projects or workstreams within cross-functional teams Good knowledge and practical exposure to Lean methodologies (e.g. 5S, SMED, problem solving) with a focus on identifying and supporting cost saving and waste reduction initiatives Strong analytical mindset with a structured and solution-oriented way of working Willingness to travel + category B driving licence Fluent English skills are a must 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 year 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 Company Pension Plan 100% financed by Henkel MEGA Preventive Health Insurance CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance Mobility 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.

Responsibilities

The role involves coordinating external manufacturing activities, including supplier onboarding, production ramp-ups, and performance monitoring. You will also drive cost optimization and waste reduction initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure operational excellence.