Global Category Manager Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Global Category Manager

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Now hiring! Global Category Manager
Charlotte, NC (Hybrid – 3 days in office, 2 remote)
Relocation assistance / Annual bonus
We are looking for a Global Category Manager to join our Global Procurement team in Charlotte, NC.
Come create chemistry with us!
Global Direct and Logistics Procurement (GPD) is responsible for the global, strategic procurement of raw materials and logistics services for the BASF Group. GPD/N is responsible for the procurement of raw materials for BASF sites in Americas, which involves over 100 categories not managed at the global level. These categories are classified as regional categories and cover a broad spectrum of materials such as power, sodium hydroxide, sulfuric acid, amines and plastic additives. The team also optimizes the procurement of raw materials via distribution partners and negotiates contract manufacturing deals.
As a Global Category Manager, you will lead negotiations for various raw material categories, ensuring a competitive advantage for BASF. You will routinely engage with the associated business units and suppliers, develop creative and strategic supply solutions, and align supplier capabilities with BASF business requirements. As a Global Category Manager, you create chemistry by…
Leading and managing the Source-to-Contract process for key raw materials, leading complex negotiations to ensure competitive supply advantage for BASF.
Conducting market intelligence research by interacting with key suppliers, industry associations, and internal stakeholders to collect industry-relevant information and assess current & future impact to BASF.
Providing relationship management for key suppliers, which includes monitoring performance metrics, resolving claims and/or disputes, and other contributing factors affecting supply availability and pricing.
Providing input in creating global category strategies and supporting strategy implementation. If you…
Have a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Possess preferably 3+ years of experience in Chemistry, Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Commercial role and/or Sales and Marketing.
Are able to lead and influence others with your strong interpersonal communication skills and contract negotiation expertise.
Are a team-oriented professional capable of working in a global and multi-task environment, with the ability to make and implement decisions with limited information.
Demonstrate market knowledge, strategy development, and implementation with a focus on customer orientation.
Create your own chemistry with you@BASF
At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.
Just some of the many benefits we offer include:
Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!
About us
As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!
At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.
Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF
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Equal employment opportunities
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
A unique total offer: you@BASF
At BASF you get more than just compensation. 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. At BASF, we believe that people are the key to our long-term success and that talent is in everyone.
We thrive on giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfil personal ambitions…that’s how we create chemistry. #belongatBASF