Project Implementation Manager (Almaty, Kazakhstan)

Henkel is looking for a Project Implementation Manager to join our team in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

Responsibilities:

• Leads project implementation for all Go2 projects and approved local initiatives;
• Develops and maintains a Critical Path Schedule (CPS) for assigned projects, aligns stakeholders on project steps and lead times, and drives adherence to timelines;
• Conducts weekly Project Update Meetings (PUM) with all relevant stakeholders;
• Assesses each project against PIM KPIs and ensures a smooth launch to the business;
• Manages master data steering for PIM projects and IDHs;
• Ensures all PIM-related processes are established, aligned, and fully functional;
• Controls the phase-in and phase-out of finished goods during product launches;
• Oversees SMI steering and potential slow-moving inventory management;
• Identifies, analyzes, and compiles potential slow-moving items, including finished goods, raw materials, and packaging materials;
• Develops and implements action plans with relevant stakeholders to deplete or write off potential slow-moving inventory (PSMI);
• Conducts monthly PSMI meetings to review and track depletion and write-off actions;
• Owns, monitors, and tracks the L16 (Additional Operating Costs) budget;
• Analyzes all costs allocated to L16 and identifies cost drivers and root causes;
• Establishes spending targets for L16 budget categories and implements control measures with relevant stakeholders to ensure budget compliance;
• Follows the requirements, procedures, and guidelines of the Integrated Management Systems (IMS) related to occupational health and safety, energy management, environmental protection, quality, and other Henkel management systems.

Requirements:

• Higher Education (Bachelor’s degree required);
• 3+ years of experience in Project Management, Supply Chain, or Operations;
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills;
• Proven project management experience with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills;
• Advanced MS Project and MS Office skills; SAP knowledge required;
• Fluent English and Russian (written and spoken);
• Experience in supply chain planning, master data management, inventory control, and process improvement;
• Highly organized, proactive, and results-driven with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across functions;
• Regional expansion project experience is a plus.

Compensation & benefits:

• Employment in an international company with well-established corporate values and standards;
• Annual bonus;
• Medical insurance;
• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year;
• Social package (meal allowance, payment for mobile services and other benefits in accordance with the rules of the company);
• Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs;
• Employment in an international company with well-established corporate values and standards;
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks;
• Up to 30 days paid sick leave per year;
• Additional vacation days;
• Unlimited psychological, legal, and financial consultations.