Company
Introduction:
AkzoNobel creates everyday essentials to make
people's lives more liveable and inspiring. As a leading global paints and
coatings company and a major producer of specialty chemicals, we supply
essential ingredients, essential protection and essential color to industries
and consumers worldwide. Backed by a pioneering heritage, our innovative
products and sustainable technologies are designed to meet the growing demands
of our fast-changing planet, while making life easier. Headquartered in
Amsterdam, the Netherlands, we have approximately 45,000 people in around 80
countries, while our portfolio includes well-known brands such as Dulux,
Sikkens, International, Interpon and Eka. Consistently ranked as a leader in
sustainability, we are dedicated to energizing cities and communities while
creating a protected, colorful world where life is improved by what we do.
Program
Introduction:
Fast Track Management Program, a globally managed
program for high-potentials focused on building leadership capability and
providing breadth of experience over an intensive, two-year period.
Pass our rigorous selection process, and you'll join
a vibrant and diverse group of high-potential, ambitious early-career
professionals all on an accelerated route to managerial positions. You'll have
a steep learning curve and the chance to start building an impressive
international network from the moment you join AkzoNobel.
What
do we offer? Key elements of FTMP:
· Three
placements, including at least one that takes you abroad
· Challenging
assignments with real responsibility across a variety of businesses, locations
and functions (e.g. marketing, supply chain, finance)
· Comprehensive
on-the-job training and support from a senior business mentor
· Class-based
training and development alongside fellow Fast Track Management Program peers
Ultimately, if you do well, you can expect to gain a
managerial role early in your career with AkzoNobel.
Who
do we look for?
The Fast Track Management Program is not for
everyone – to be selected you need to be an outstanding achiever with senior
leadership potential. You must be ready to take on challenging assignments
around the globe, and keen to take full advantage of the training, development
and mentoring opportunities that will help take your career to the next level.
But if you’ve got what it takes – if you’re a
talented professional with the ambition, drive and potential to take an
accelerated route to the top – then you’re exactly the kind of person we want
for the Fast Track Management Program.
Essential
requirements:
· Three
to five years of work experience
· Master’s
degree (Business, Engineering, MBA or similar degree preferred)
· Relevant
extra-curricular activities
· Fluent
in English (written and spoken)
· Geographically
mobile and willing to travel and relocate
· Leadership
skills, potential and ambition to fulfil senior business management positions
in the future
· Excellent
people and communication skills, sound business acumen, passion and drive
· High
self-awareness and a desire to develop yourself and others
· International
orientation and cultural awareness
How
do I apply?
Ø Step 1: Send us your online application and CV
Application
deadline: 3 February 2017
Ø Step 2: Complete our online aptitude tests
Ø Step 3: Take a competency-based interview
Interview
time in China: late February 2017
Ø Step 4: Attend an Assessment Center (Location is appointed based on
residence)
Assessment
Center in China: 14, 15 and 16 March 2017
The Recruitment cycle for the FTMP class
of 2017 has now opened! More
information, head to https://www.akzonobel.com/careers/fast-track-management-program
