Innovation Project/Program Manager
Henkel groupAbout this Position
As an Innovation Project/Programme Manager, you will play a key role in driving strategic innovation initiatives from concept to launch. You’ll lead cross-functional programmes, manage a portfolio of projects, and ensure alignment with global business objectives. This role is ideal for a proactive leader with a passion for innovation, strong programme management skills, and the ability to turn ideas into impactful results.
What you´ll do
- Manage and lead a programme of related innovation projects, ensuring alignment with global business plans and technical/customer roadmaps.
- Build and maintain a balanced portfolio of innovation projects to achieve revenue and profit targets.
- Identify key gaps and collaborate with the Global PD Lead to develop alternative solutions that meet business objectives.
- Monitor project-level activities and support project managers to ensure smooth execution across the programme.
- Organise and lead programme meetings, and oversee project team meetings where needed.
- Ensure quality standards are met before launch, confirm cross-functional alignment, and support manufacturing launches when required.
What makes you a good fit
- Strong experience in innovation management, with the ability to drive ideas from concept to launch.
- Skilled in managing diverse project portfolios and aligning them with strategic business goals.
- Proven track record in programme and project management, ideally within a PMO environment.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to assess complex data and make informed decisions.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with confidence in engaging cross-functional and senior teams.
- Strategic thinker who can plan effectively, anticipate challenges, and align activities with long-term objectives.
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
- 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
- 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.