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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.
Marketing Intern HCB-Professional
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About this Position
The Marketing Assistant will support the execution of marketing strategies across Henkel’s Professional Haircare portfolio, including Schwarzkopf Professional, Authentic Beauty Concept, Indola, and STMNT. This role is critical in ensuring seamless coordination of marketing campaigns, trade initiatives, salon activations, and digital content to drive brand growth within the professional salon channel.
What you´ll do
- Campaign & Brand Support Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of marketing campaigns across all brands.
- Support new product launches, promotions, and seasonal campaigns.
- Ensure brand guidelines are accurately implemented across all materials and channels.
- Coordinate the rollout of global initiatives into the local market.
Trade Marketing & Salon Support :
- Assist in developing and executing in-salon activations, promotions, and POS materials.
- Coordinate the distribution of marketing collateral and product displays to salons.
- Support salon partner engagement initiatives to drive brand awareness and loyalty.
- Liaise with the sales team to ensure alignment on promotional activities.
Digital & Content Coordination:
- Support content creation and scheduling for social media and digital channels.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (agencies, designers) for content production.
- Assist in maintaining brand presence across online platforms.
- Monitor digital campaign performance and compile reports.
- Administrative & Project Support:
- Manage marketing calendars, timelines, and campaign trackers.
- Assist with budget tracking and processing of invoices.
- Coordinate logistics for events, education sessions, and photoshoots.
- Maintain accurate records of marketing assets and materials.
Market & Competitor Insights
- Conduct basic market research and competitor analysis within the professional haircare category.
- Monitor trends in salons, styling, and consumer preferences.
- Support reporting on campaign effectiveness and provide insights for improvement.
What makes you a good fit
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Creative mindset with a passion for beauty and haircare
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Digital savvy (social media, content coordination, basic analytics)
- Ability to work collaboratively across marketing, sales, and education teams
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
- Subsidised canteen
- Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programmes
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: 26097744
Job Locations: South Africa, Gauteng, Johannesburg-Bedfordview
Contact information for application-related questions: recruitment.ssa@henkel.com
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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.
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Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
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