Raw Materials Buyer - Tail Spend & Distribution Team - Hybrid

Job description

Now hiring! Raw Materials Buyer – Tail Spend & Distribution Team

Florham Park, NJ

 

The world needs creative solutions. We need YOU

 

Where the Chemistry Happens

 

We are seeking a professional like you, with strong interpersonal skills, a desire to negotiate, and an ability to identify innovative ways of adding value for BASF. In this position you will support the North American region in procuring chemical raw materials. You will routinely engage with the associated business units, Category Managers, and suppliers to align supplier capabilities with BASF strategic priorities. You will explore creative solutions to optimize the reliable supply of raw materials to our production facilities throughout North America. 

 

As a Buyer for the Tail-spend & Distribution (TAD) team you create chemistry by…

 

 

·  Supporting the development and implementation of TAD procurement strategies for the North American region.
·  Managing the US distribution network.
·  Strategically managing multiple local and regional categories (Plan-to-Strategy & Source-to-Contract).
·  In alignment with category teams and business personnel, leading the sourcing process (RFI, RFQ, RFP, etc.) for the assigned portfolio.
·  Providing relationship management for key suppliers. You will monitor performance metrics, resolve claims and/or disputes, market intelligence, and other contributing factors to supply availability and pricing.
·  Supporting or leading various projects and initiatives.
·  Successfully engaging across the business. You will collaborate with all areas of BASF (Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Engineering, Accounting, EHS, Tax, etc.).
·  Running large digital tenders and embracing a data-driven approach to drive results.

If you have...

 

 

·  Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively with all levels of the organization and external suppliers.
·  Proficiency in Excel is necessary. Experience in SAP, COUPA and/or electronic bidding platforms is a plus.
·  Results driven.
·  Analytical skills necessary.
·  Negotiation experience is a plus. Desire to negotiate is necessary.
·  Educational and/or professional background in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering/Operations, Sales and/or related fields

 

Then...

Click below to Belong@BASF!

 

Create Your Own Chemistry when taking advantage of our Total Rewards.

At BASF you get more than just compensation, Medical & Dental. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Our Periodic Table of Benefits includes some additional perks below for starters…

·  Flexible Work Arrangements whenever possible
·  Retirement Benefits
·  Maternity/Paternity Leave, Infertility & Adoption reimbursement
·  Mentoring & Development Programs
·  Employee Discounts
·  Pet insurance
·  Matching Donations to your favorite cause
·  Access to our BASF Wine Cellar and much more!

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