Procurement Operations & Project Manager Adhesive TechnologiesPurchasingUnited States, Rocky Hill, CT, CTFull TimeRegular **_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** The Procurement Operations and Project Manager role puts you shoulder-to-shoulder with senior leadership, giving you a front-row seat to how a global organization makes high-stakes sourcing decisions - while building the analytical, project management, and executive-communication skills that fast-track a career. + Builds necessary expertise along processes, project management, digital transformation to ensure best-in-class procurement performance + Manages internal and external communications, align cross-functional requirements, and prepare and present initiatives to an executive-level audience + Executes regional sourcing initiatives - including supplier consolidation and process optimization - alongside engagement efforts that bring the winning culture agenda to life + Partners with the sourcing team on supplier, market, and spend analytics to uncover optimization and cost-saving opportunities, then track and report the value you help deliver + Expands the use of existing and emerging digital tools to unlock better insights from internal data and sharper decision-making + Prioritizes information needs, including capturing requirements and building reports and dashboards + Keeps up to date with the latest industry trends + Coordinates meeting logistics end-to-end, from securing facilities to sending invitations and briefing materials + Provides chief-of-staff-caliber support, bringing an outside-in perspective that challenges assumptions and sharpens outcomes **What makes you a good fit** **Education** + Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, or a related field (Master's in Business a plus) + Professional certifications such as CPSM or CPIM are a plus **Experience** + 2+ years of relevant experience (internships count) + Background in procurement or supply chain management preferred + Exposure to project management within a sourcing environment + Familiarity with global sourcing and supplier management **Technical & Analytical Skills** + Proficient in procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) + Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills, especially Excel for data analysis + Sharp analytical and critical-thinking skills with a hands-on, solutions-first attitude + Comfortable analyzing market trends and tracking performance **Negotiation & Relationship Skills** + Foundational negotiation and contract management skills + Track record of building strong internal and external relationships **Communication & Presentation** + Excellent verbal and written communication skills + Ability to translate data into clear, compelling insights for stakeholders **Project Management & Work Style** + Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment + Proactive, independent, and a strong critical thinker + Excellent organizational and time management skills + Thrives under pressure and consistently meets tight deadlines + Demonstrates leadership potential and strong interpersonal skills **Mindset & Character** + Genuine passion, drive, and the confidence to challenge the status quo + Collaborative team player who also knows how to lead + Able to influence others and drive meaningful change + Meticulous attention to detail in everything you do + Adaptable and energized by change + High ethical standards and integrity in all business dealings + Curious about industry best practices and regulatory landscape **Some benefits of joining Henkel** + 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 Gr