Head of Market Operations (m / f) - Now Hiring!

About this Position

What you´ll do

Operational Leadership : Lead, manage, and improve the market operations function, ensuring efficient execution of end-to-end processes in Hungary

Market Strategy Execution : Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement market strategies that align with the company’s objectives and growth targets

Team Management : Lead and develop high-performing team, ensuring alignment of departmental goals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Supply Chain & Distribution : Manage supply chain operations to ensure timely product availability at optimal costs and distribution to all customer

Cost Management : Monitor and manage operational budgets, identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies and process improvements

Cross-functional Collaboration : Work closely with sales, demand planning, controlling, and other key functions to ensure efficient S&OP process, successful alignment and execution of business strategy

Customer meetings :  Drive collaboration and ensure a successful partnership with key customers

Data-Driven Decision Making : Utilize data analytics to monitor performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to improve operations

Compliance & Risk Management : Ensure all operations comply with regional regulatory requirements and company policies, mitigating any potential risks

Performance Metrics & Reporting : Steer and achieve defined KPIs to reach operational efficiency, identifying areas for improvement and reporting results to senior management

What makes you a good fit

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field

Minimum 7-10 years of experience in operations, planning & management

Proven experience of FMCG business

People management experience

Proven track record in leading large, complex operational teams across diverse markets

Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment, to manage high workload

Strong knowledge of market dynamics, supply chain management, logistics, and distribution networks

Personal drive and ability to challange status quo

Demonstrated ability to drive operational improvements, cost reductions, and enhance overall market performance

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence at senior levels and across functions

Experience in conflict management

Ability to work on various tasks in parallel

Business fluent English language skills, Hungarian language knowledge is an advantage

Some perks of joining Henkel

Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid working type

Diverse national and international growth opportunities

Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs

Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks

Cafeteria : gross 836.000 HUF / year

Long-term career development track

Supportive company culture

Shopping possibility of Henkel products for a discounted price (up to 20-50% discount)

Opportunities to learn and develop yourself (e.g. : trainings, LinkedIn Learning access)

Great team to work with – strong employee community, multinational environment

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, disabilities, and generations.