Strategy Associate Jobs in Connecticut

INTRODUCTION

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.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 24-months rotational trainee program starting July 2026, focused on professional development in Strategic Purchasing.
• Focus development of Purchasing skills by taking on tangible projects across different purchasing areas and making significant impact to Henkel’s Adhesive Technologies.
• Show your full potential in day-to-day operations while we put your entrepreneurial and project leadership skills to the test.
• Exposure and close cooperation with Top Management across functions and geographical scope.
• Receive ongoing support by your manager, a mentor, a training plan and peer exchange.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA or Master's in Business, Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Supply Chain, Business Analytics or related fields w/ 18 months experience OR undergraduate with two years of related experience.
• Preferred 2+ years of working experience (incl. Internships).
• Strong analytical thinking and problem solving with a hands-on attitude.
• Passion, drive, and readiness to challenge status quo (should be in your DNA).
• Leadership potential with strong interpersonal skills.
• Very good communication & presentation skills.

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 Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement

The salary for this role is $85,000.00 - $95,000.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.

Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.