Materials Manager

About this Position At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow. This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel. What you´ll do Provides leadership and strategic direction for all warehouse, inventory, and material flow operations. Develops and executes material management strategies to support production, customer service, and business objectives. Leads continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory optimization, warehouse efficiency, and logistics performance. Oversees inventory control processes and ensures accurate inventory valuation and reconciliation. Ensures uninterrupted material availability through effective planning, supplier coordination, and risk mitigation. Manages departmental budgets, KPIs, and operational performance metrics. Leads, develops, and evaluates warehouse and material handling personnel through coaching, training, and performance management. Directs annual stocktaking and cycle count programs to ensure compliance with corporate and financial requirements. Drives a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and operational excellence. Partners with cross-functional stakeholders to improve supply chain performance, reduce costs, and support site growth initiatives.