Henkel · 1 day ago
Head of Product Development - E-Mobility, Automotive Electronics & Components
Madison Heights, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$170K/yr - $215K/yr
10+ years expHenkel is an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. The Head of Product Development will lead regional teams in the Automotive Electronics sector, driving innovation and maintaining key relationships with stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Leadership of Regional Product Development Teams for NAMEX region for Business Unit Automotive Electronics, E-Mobility & Components
Steers the execution of Innovation Roadmaps, Innovation Portfolios and Sustainability Strategies
Technical leadership responsibility for one Global Market Segment
Maintains and enhance technical relationship with key technical stakeholders at Automotive OEMs & Tier1s. Develops relationships with perspective customers
Creates and shapes a digital, inclusive, collaborative and inspiring working culture
Coaches and develops the team to achieve and exceed innovation and business goals
Manages collaborations with suppliers and external partners including universities and other Institutions
Manages and coordinates teams across two different locations, ensuring alignment and collaboration
Qualification
Required
Experienced R&D Leader from the Chemical Sector with a minimum of 10+ Years of experience with a technical background in Adhesives, Sealants or Surface Treatment
Master's degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science
Product Development Experience in Automotive quality standards environment (IATF 16949)
Prior experience working in international and multi-cultural environment
Proven ability to drive, convince and develop individuals and teams
Strong commercial and strategic skills
Knowledge in Digital Innovation & Gen AI Tool
This is a fully onsite role and selected candidate will be expected to be in the office daily for direct engagement and collaboration with direct reports and extended Product Development team
Occasional travel (around 10–20%) is required to support collaboration and alignment across locations
Benefits
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 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
Company
Henkel
Henkel leads with innovations, brands, and technologies to create sustainable value.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Carsten Knobel
Chief Executive Officer
Chelly Cruz
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