Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world. Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Brand Manager, Hair Professional
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About this Position
We are looking for a creative and strategic Brand Manager to drive brand growth in our B2B professional hair business, serving primarily hairdressers and salon partners. You will shape how our brands come to life across all touchpoints, ensuring a consistent and compelling experience. In this role, you will turn insights into impactful strategies while working closely with global and local teams.
What you´ll do
- Own and execute local brand and trade marketing strategy aligned with global brand direction
- Drive brand growth in the local market, focusing on B2B customers as well as B2C strategies (salons, distributors, professionals)
- Adapt and implement global brand strategies to fit local market dynamics
- Ensure consistent brand positioning, messaging, and visual identity across all touchpoints
- Manage product launches, campaigns, and brand activations in the local market
- Develop and execute trade marketing plans to drive sell-in and sell-out performance
- Design channel-specific activation plans (salons, wholesalers, distributors, e-commerce, selective retail)
- Partner with sales teams to optimize promotions, incentives, and commercial tools
- Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer behavior
- Translate insights into actionable marketing strategies and growth opportunities
- Support portfolio strategy, pricing, and positioning in the local market
- Collaborate with education teams to create engaging professional training and brand experiences
- Lead annual planning cycles (brand plans, trade plans, launch calendars
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
- 4–5 years of experience in brand management, marketing, or a related role
- Strong understanding of B2B marketing and professional customer journey
- Excellent command of English (both written and spoken)
- Strong analytical mindset with experience in data-driven decision making
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
- Commercial mindset with a focus on driving growth and profitability
- Flexible for travel
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
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 look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.
JOB ID: 26096111
Job Locations: Turkey, Istanbul, Ümraniye
Contact information for application-related questions: recruitment-hr@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.