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Sr. Key Account Manager - Packaging and Labeling

Henkel · St Louis, MOtoday
$100k – $130k

BS-level Technical Service / Sales roles on Crosslinked list a median of $117k (67 that show pay).

Manage strategic key accounts for Henkel's adhesive packaging business, owning sales plans, RFQs and executive customer relationships.

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Why it is interesting. Strategic ownership of key adhesive packaging accounts with executive-level customer engagement at a global adhesives leader

Might not be for you. Pure sales role with up to 50% travel; no hands-on materials or lab work

Computational or deskCustomer-facingTechnical expert for customers Senior hires only

Adjacent materials roleKey account sales at an adhesives/sealants supplier; asks for "knowledge of applicable products... product chemistries, applications" and "industrial adhesive experience a plus"

H-1B filings

Henkel filed 9 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Lead Application Engineer, Product Development Chemist, Sr. Scientist Pd & Research. Median filed pay: $103K a year.

From U.S. Department of Labor disclosure data. A filing is a record of past hiring, not a promise about this role, so confirm sponsorship with the employer. Titles and filed pay ·Every employer's filings

Seniority
Senior
Work
Field/travel
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
7+ yrs
Industry
Packaging
Role
Technical Service / Sales
Benefits
employee share plan with matching sharesstudent loan reimbursementtuition reimbursement

Role details

About this Position

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.

What you´ll do

  • Delivering annual sales and profit objectives set by the Adhesive Packaging SBU
  • Development of a strategic plan consistent with Adhesive Packaging SBU business objectives
  • Communication of strategic plans to regional teams as needed, as well as accountability for implementation and execution of those plans
  • Communication of the value generated at the local level, to the corporate level.
  • Regular Business Reviews to ensure our plan is aligned with customer business objectives and strategies
  • Responsible for managing RFP and RFQ process
  • Expertise in the selling and value quantification process
  • Dotted line responsibility for coaching and development of field sales & TCS personnel
  • New technology and value proposition introduction at the strategic level
  • Shared responsibility with Technical Service management for allocating resources to meet business objectives
  • Coordination of key account visits at Henkel sites
  • Appropriate strategic entertainment
  • Responsible for management of T&E
  • Corporate Account Manager visibility and business reviews for important sites
  • Drive involvement of Henkel and Key Account Management at the executive level
  • Participation in market association meetings to maintain industry reputation
  • Take ownership in your own skills/knowledge and performance development

What makes you a good fit

  • BA/BS Degree or similar discipline required.
  • Ability to collaborate, present and streamline with high level management
  • 7+ years’ experience in industrial/technical sales or Key Account Management.
  • Industrial adhesive experience a plus.
  • Ability to set and meet specific and measurable goals and objectives.
  • Exhibited knowledge of applicable products and applications including product chemistries, applications, manufacturing, and equipment a plus.
  • Strong key accounts management skills
  • Excellent planning, organization, negotiation, project management. customer focus, results, and relationship building skills.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment and to facilitate meetings consisting of key customers.
  • Ability to drive projects, versus allowing an organic path of success
  • Excellent communication skills and PC proficiency.
  • Must be willing to travel up to 50%.
  • Excellent coaching capabilities and experience in leading senior people

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 range for this role is $100000.00 and $130000.00. This range represents the good‑faith minimum and maximum wages the Company reasonably expects to offer for this role at the time of posting. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for incentive pay or other forms of compensation, as applicable. The Company also offers a comprehensive benefits package as described above. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, experience, education, training, and work location. This posting is intended to comply with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws.

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.

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. 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.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Sr. Key Account Manager - Packaging and Labeling role at Henkel?

The listed annual base salary range is $100K–$130K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Henkel sponsor H-1B visas?

Henkel has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Sr. Key Account Manager - Packaging and Labeling role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Sr. Key Account Manager - Packaging and Labeling role at Henkel based?

This role is based in St Louis, MO. Work arrangement: Field/travel.

What degree is required for the Sr. Key Account Manager - Packaging and Labeling role at Henkel?

This role requires a BS.

How many years of experience does this Sr. Key Account Manager - Packaging and Labeling role require?

The posting calls for at least 7 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Sr. Key Account Manager - Packaging and Labeling role work with?

adhesives.