Manager Strategy & Portfolio (d/f/m) - Henkel Consumer Brands

What you´ll do

• Lead the development, implementation and continuous evolution of the Henkel Consumer Brands portfolio strategy framework
• Steer and further develop the portfolio strategy, market intelligence and decision-support tool landscape
• Conduct rigorous internal and external analyses, including scenario modeling, to assess future market, category and business developments
• Manage and execute high-impact strategic projects, support M&A agenda and drive transformational initiatives
• Actively support M&A projects across the full lifecycle (strategic rationale, evaluation, integration support)
• Design and roll out best-practice guidance and strategic standards for change initiatives (e.g. resource allocation, operating model and organizational design)
• Act as a trusted thought partner to top and senior management on strategy, business development and portfolio decisions
• Drive greater consistency, efficiency and effectiveness across core processes and organization (operating model)

What makes you a good fit

• Excellent university degree (Master’s or equivalent), e.g. in Business Administration, Strategy, Economics, Finance or similar
• 4-5 years of professional experience, preferably in strategy consulting (top-tier or well-regarded strategy/management consultancy), ideally complemented by experience in a corporate or industrial environment
• Proven track record in structuring complex strategic problems, leading cross-functional project workstreams and delivering tangible impact
• Strong experience in strategic business processes, project management and the development of analytical and digital decision-support tools
• Outstanding analytical capabilities, including robust financial modeling skills and advanced MS Excel proficiency
• Strong business ownership mindset, entrepreneurial spirit and hands-on mentality
• Ability to challenge the status quo, drive change and translate strategy into execution
• Highly motivated team player with strong stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication skills and storytelling ability, with fluent English language skills

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.

JOB ID: 26095142

Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf

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