Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Global Product Portfolio Manager
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Global Product Portfolio Manager
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About this position
About this Position
- Global Product Line Manager leads to develop the product portfolio strategy in line with marketing strategy to support sales and profit growth. Manage the product portfolio and product lifecycle from product development to end of life. Develop pricing strategy and manage product pricing to balance market share and product contribution. Manage COGs to continue driving profitability improvements. Support new product launches to expand product portfolio. Be the champion for the resolution of product issues and lead the risk mitigation of ad-hoc supply crisis, product regulatory issues, product compliance issue etc.
What you´ll do
- Develop product & portfolio strategy for the assigned product line, align with marketing strategy and product technology roadmap to achieve business goals.
- Lead product portfolio and product lifecycle management, support new product launch, lead product sample approval, product changes, product classification, product promotion, product complexity management and product sustainability to maintain the healthy product portfolio.
- Drive profitability improvement, product cost management for both new and commercialized products, low & negative margin management, initiate product localization project and RM replacement projects to continue improving the profitability.
- Develop pricing strategy and set up/manage list pricing, review and approve special price, support annual pricing increasing to maximize product contribution.
- Champion to address all the product requests and issues to support sales growth and mitigate business impact, including ad-hoc supply crisis, critical product quality, 3PM product issues and product regulatory and compliance issues etc.
- Support other global and regional projects, such as Manufacture Footprint Optimization, Strategic Master Data, Business Continuity Plan etc.
What makes you a good fit
- Excellent degree in Engineering, Chemistry or Business Administration, MBA preferred.
- Proven English speaking and written ability.
- Excel master, SAP user and Power BI professional is plus.
- Minimal 3 years’ working experience as global product management.
- Latest working experience in semiconductor, consumer device or chemical industries.
- Proven track record in project management, change management, data analytical knowledge.
- Strong strategic thinking and business acumen.
- Strong leadership experience with the ability to lead the complex initiatives with X- function team.
- Team player with good interpersonal, communication and professional at X-function and X-SBU collaboration, negotiation skills.
- Self-motivated and result oriented. Have passion on problem solving.
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid and work from anywhere policies
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Globally 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
- Comprehensive Group Insurance Scheme
- Annual Physical Examination
- Flexible Benefits cover for dependents
- Company Products Discount
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.
JOB ID: 25076569
Job Locations: China, Shanghai, Shanghai
Contact information for application-related questions: Henkel.GCN.Recruitment@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
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