Junior Project Manager – Regional Growth Projects (12‑month assignment)

Description :Role Overview: Huntsmanhasan opportunity foraJunior Project Manager – Regional Growth Projectsto join our establishedregional innovationteam in theAdvanced Materialdivision.The teamis actively involved in drivingvery differenttypes ofgrowth projects, transforming breakthrough ideas into tangible new product developmentsaligned with the market needs. We support the full journey — from early-stage concept development through scale-up and successful market launch. Reporting tothe Operational Marketing organizationinEurope, you willbe responsible fordrivingregional projects, supporting fast-paced growth activities to meet challenging market timelines.We are looking for someone who is open to working in ahybrid setup, remote and in-presencewith flexibility based on the business needs.Primary location for this position isBadSäckingen, Germany,with anadditionaloption to work also from our TechnologyCenterin Basel, Switzerland, from our office in Krakow, Polandand from our production site ofMonthey, Switzerland.We offer 12-months assignment to start with.Do you thinkyou’rethe right fit for this opportunity? Apply today!Role Responsibilities:AsanJunior Project Manager – Regional Growth Projects, you will:Lead and manage regional growth projects with a typical duration of 6 to 12 months, ensuring successful execution frominitialplanning through to final closure.Coordinate and align cross-functional teams — including R&D, product management, process development, and manufacturing — across multiple European sites to drive project success.Translate strategic business opportunities into structured, actionable project plans with clearly defined deliverables, timelines, and milestones.Track andmonitorproject progress using internal tools and platforms such as Microsoft Planner, OneNote, and Teams, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.Ensuretimelyand effective execution, proactively adapting plans in response to evolving priorities, risks, or market dynamics.Apply project management methodologies, primarily waterfall and occasionally agile, whileleveragingbest practices and frameworks (PMP certification is preferred).Communicate effectively with stakeholders atdifferentlevelsof the organization, ensuring alignment, visibility, and engagement throughout the project.Evaluate and report on project outcomes using financial tools such as NPVandROI to support data-driven decision-making.Experience and Competencies:We are looking for candidates with drive, excellent communicationskillsand a solution-focused approach.What we are looking for:A Master of Science degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) isrequired, with a strong preference for engineering disciplines such as chemical, mechanical, process, or materials engineering. A PhDwithinitialexposure to businessactivitiesis also highly valued and considered a strong asset, particularly for roles involving advanced technical innovation or research.Minimum about 2 years’ experiencein project management or innovation roles, or a PhD developed in a project environment close to industrial R&DProven ability to lead and deliver cross-functional projects independentlyPrior experience in the chemical industryis considered a nice-to-haveStrong communication, organizational, and influencing skillsDemonstrated drive and ownership mindset — you know how to push a project forwardFamiliarity with financial evaluation tools (e.g., NPV, contribution margin)PMP certification orequivalent project managementtraining (preferred but not mandatory)What next?If you would like to join an innovative, collaborative, and multicultural team, please apply now. Your application will beforwardedto a Talent Acquisition Partner, who will strive to get back to you as soon as they can. We understand that applying for a new job is a big decision and we will work hard to keep you updated and support you along the way.About Us:At Huntsman, we pride ourselves on being a people-oriented organization. Our family-like atmosphere is cultivated by our diverse groups of team members around the world.We welcome the talent,experienceand fresh ideas that employees at all stages of their careers, from interns to seasoned professionals, bring to Huntsman.In return, we offer you the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic, industry-leading company, where safety and ethics always come first.Additional Locations:Basel, Krakow, Monthey