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Global sourcing strategies for specialty chemicals, additives, and catalysts. Strategic sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management expertise required. Exclusive discounts, discounted meals, and access to a modern medical center.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Chemistry, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- At least five years of professional experience in sourcing, ideally in marketing, product management, supply chain, sales, R&D, or production
- In-depth knowledge of strategic sourcing, negotiation techniques, supplier management, and basic contract law
- Strong analytical and project-oriented working style
- Strong communication skills
- Proficiency in English
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Team player
- Intercultural competence
- Willingness to travel regularly
Tasks
- Develop and implement global and local sourcing strategies
- Align strategies with business objectives, cost targets, and risk management
- Ensure cost leadership through benchmarking and cost-reduction initiatives
- Maintain and improve the toller and co-producer network
- Manage supplier relationships using KPIs, scorecards, and corrective action plans
- Conduct continuous improvement initiatives
- Identify and evaluate global and local suppliers
- Qualify suppliers and conduct performance assessments
- Lead contract manufacturing projects
- Negotiate commercial terms including pricing, service levels, and lead times
- Establish long-term supplier agreements and preferred supplier lists
- Monitor market trends, commodity prices, and supply risks
- Implement appropriate mitigation measures for supply risks
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, ethical, and sustainability requirements
- Support demand planning and inventory optimization
- Collaborate with planning and production teams
- Ensure accurate and complete documentation for audits and reporting
Work Experience
- 5 years
Education
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Benefits
Corporate Discounts
- Exclusive discounts
Free or Subsidized Food
- Discounted meals
Healthcare & Fitness
- Access to modern Medical Center
- Company medical service
- Advice and vaccinations for private trips
- Attractive conditions for private health insurance
- Company sports opportunities
Other Benefits
- Attractive conditions for long-term care insurance
- Attractive conditions for disability insurance
Childcare
- Company childcare
- Children's holiday program
Flexible Working
- Flexible working time models
- Part-time employment option
- Mobile working within Germany
- Home office option
Company Bike
- Job bike offer
Public Transport Subsidies
- Subsidy for job ticket
Snacks & Drinks
- Free use of company barbecue hut
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Global sourcing strategies for specialty chemicals, additives, and catalysts. Strategic sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management expertise required. Exclusive discounts, discounted meals, and access to a modern medical center.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Chemistry, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- At least five years of professional experience in sourcing, ideally in marketing, product management, supply chain, sales, R&D, or production
- In-depth knowledge of strategic sourcing, negotiation techniques, supplier management, and basic contract law
- Strong analytical and project-oriented working style
- Strong communication skills
- Proficiency in English
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Team player
- Intercultural competence
- Willingness to travel regularly
Tasks
- Develop and implement global and local sourcing strategies
- Align strategies with business objectives, cost targets, and risk management
- Ensure cost leadership through benchmarking and cost-reduction initiatives
- Maintain and improve the toller and co-producer network
- Manage supplier relationships using KPIs, scorecards, and corrective action plans
- Conduct continuous improvement initiatives
- Identify and evaluate global and local suppliers
- Qualify suppliers and conduct performance assessments
- Lead contract manufacturing projects
- Negotiate commercial terms including pricing, service levels, and lead times
- Establish long-term supplier agreements and preferred supplier lists
- Monitor market trends, commodity prices, and supply risks
- Implement appropriate mitigation measures for supply risks
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, ethical, and sustainability requirements
- Support demand planning and inventory optimization
- Collaborate with planning and production teams
- Ensure accurate and complete documentation for audits and reporting
Work Experience
- 5 years
Education
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Benefits
Corporate Discounts
- Exclusive discounts
Free or Subsidized Food
- Discounted meals
Healthcare & Fitness
- Access to modern Medical Center
- Company medical service
- Advice and vaccinations for private trips
- Attractive conditions for private health insurance
- Company sports opportunities
Other Benefits
- Attractive conditions for long-term care insurance
- Attractive conditions for disability insurance
Childcare
- Company childcare
- Children's holiday program
Flexible Working
- Flexible working time models
- Part-time employment option
- Mobile working within Germany
- Home office option
Company Bike
- Job bike offer
Public Transport Subsidies
- Subsidy for job ticket
Snacks & Drinks
- Free use of company barbecue hut
Like this job?
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About the Company
BASF
Industry
Manufacturing
Description
The company offers innovative coatings solutions that create real value and build strong partnerships.
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