Henkel · 12 hours ago
Senior Innovation Project Manager
Madison Heights, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$110K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expHenkel is a company shaping the future through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. They are seeking a Senior Innovation Project Manager to manage multiple complex innovation projects within their Automotive Components business unit, focusing on the development and launch of new automotive adhesives and sealants.
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Responsibilities
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%)
Qualification
Required
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
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 & 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
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
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Digital Marketing Specialist
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