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Urgent! Global Head of Circularity (d/f/m) Job Opening In Düsseldorf – Now Hiring Henkel

Global Head of Circularity (d/f/m)



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About this Position

The Global Head of Circularity leads the
strategic development and implementation of circular economy initiatives across
the organization.

This role ensures integration of circularity principles into
business operations, data systems, and external engagement, driving measurable
impact and alignment with sustainability goals.



What you´ll do

  • Define and champion a forward-looking Circular Economy strategy that reflects global trends, regulatory developments, and stakeholder expectations.

    Ensure alignment with company-wide sustainability goals and business priorities
  • Work hand-in-hand with Business Units to translate strategy into actionable roadmaps.

    Guide cross-functional teams in implementing circularity principles in product design, supply chain, and operations.

    Foster a shared understanding of circularity across functions and geographies
  • Partner closely with the Data Team to embed circularity standards into data architecture, accounting systems, and analytics.

    Co-lead initiatives to improve data quality, transparency, and reporting capabilities.

    Ensure that data supports both strategic decision-making and external disclosures
  • Establish and oversee governance frameworks for circularity and EPR.

    Ensure consistent application of standards and policies across the organization, leveraging internal governance mechanisms and communication platforms
  • Serve as the CSO’s strategic advisor on circularity.

    Provide insights and briefings to the Board, Sustainability Council, and executive committees to support informed decision-making
  • Represent the company in global forums such as the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, WBCSD, WEF, and UN Global Treaty discussions.

    Translate global intelligence into actionable insights for internal stakeholders
  • Lead a team of up to four people, based in different locations as well as an extended team in Global Business Services (GBS+)
  • Develop and deliver internal training programs on circularity, EPR, and sustainable product design.

    Build a high-performing team of experts and consultants to scale impact

What makes you a good fit

  • Master’s degree in Sustainability,
    Engineering, Material Science, Supply Chain, or a related field
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in
    sustainability, with deep expertise in circular economy, resource
    management and ideally packaging and end-of-life product strategies
  • Proven
    ability to work across complex, matrixed organizations and lead
    cross-functional collaboration with Business Units and data teams
  • Strong
    knowledge of environmental and producer responsibility policy, especially
    in Europe, with exposure to international markets (e.g., US, Asia)
  • Exceptional
    communication and engagement skills, with the ability to translate complex
    technical concepts into clear, actionable guidance for diverse audiences
  • Fluent in German
    and English; additional languages are a plus

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.







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