As a Technical Sales Trainee for our Automotive Business, you will embark on a 12–16-month rotational graduate program across Europe. From day one, you will enjoy the security of a permanent contract and a clear path for your future with Henkel. The target position for this role is in the European Automotive Sales team homebased in Spain. During the program, you will experience various Marketing & Sales roles, learn alongside technical experts and Application Engineers, receive mentoring, and build connections with peers, mentors, and senior leaders. You will be supported throughout your journey, ensuring a smooth transition into your long-term role in the local sales team with unique growth opportunities and international experiences. Proficiency in English and Spanish required for the position. What you´ll do
* Join Henkel Adhesive Technologies’ Marketing & Sales community and contribute to commercial excellence and technical know-how. Develop and execute innovative marketing and sales strategies to drive business growth.
* Participate in three immersive rotations within Marketing & Sales departments and engage in job shadowing activities in related areas such as Application Engineering to gain a comprehensive business understanding.
* Collaborate with colleagues across Europe to gain insight into our Marketing & Sales organization, operations and sustainability functions.
* Take ownership of individual and team projects, enhancing your problem-solving and teamwork skills.
* Execute local sales plans aligned with the business unit strategy to maintain and expand existing business and attract new customers.
* Visit customers and participate in events to understand their needs and build strong relationships.
* Network with colleagues and exchange ideas to broaden your professional network beyond Marketing & Sales.
* Problem solver, customer focused, enable sustainability at customer sites
What makes you a good fit
* Recent graduate or early-career professional with a Bachelor/Master degree in business administration with technical affinity or STEM, Industrial Engineering or a similar technical field.
* Fluent in English and local language according to location (English, Spanish); proficiency in another European language or Chinese is a plus.
* Demonstrated interest in selling innovative adhesive solutions in various B2B industries.
* Previous internships in sales with a technical or innovation focus are advantageous.
* Eager to pursue a local sales role in indicated location post-trainee program.
* Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
* Team player with fresh ideas and effective collaboration skills.
* Experienced in MS Office, Power BI and SAP. Additional digital and data know-how is a plus.
* Track record in Project Management and experience with Automotive processes during internships and university projects (advantage)
* Willingness to learn and adapt in the dynamic Marketing & Sales environment.
* Open to relocating within Europe for up to 3 months during the traineeship (must).
* Possession of a valid local driving license (must)
* Official start date of the Graduate Program: September 2026
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
* Meal Allowance for each worked day
* Health insurance paid the employee with a tax exemption
* Well-being programme
* Discounts on company products
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.