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BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
The HR Reporting Analyst is responsible for turning data into decision aiding information through the creation of HR reports. This includes the central development and management of HR reporting supporting the North America region. Responsibilities include a variety of HR reporting to support accurate and consistent results for HR reporting & analytics, Legal Compliance, finance, etc. Provides guidance and leadership to the HR community to meet their HR reporting business requirements and leads and supports special projects

Principal Responsibilities:
- Detailed understanding of HR reporting for both local and regional data formats
- Designing, developing, and maintaining reports, report templates by leveraging data from BASF’s various HR applications
- Extensive use of HR systems in the production of reports and information, creation of report templates
- Interact with internal users to establish and clarify requirements in order to develop report specifications.
- Write QL/SAP queries and develop required reports.
- Streamline existing reports where needed.
- Seek out and suggest improved ways of working to make data, processes and systems more trustworthy and efficient.
- Lead and participate in various regional & global HR projects.
- Provides structured training sessions to the HR community focused on HR reporting processes and systems

Nature and Scope
- Work environment (extent of interaction with Supervisor(s) for approval,

concurrence, resolution, etc.):
- Ability to work independently and efficiently, with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously as well as see projects through with limited guidance
- Ability to interact with employees at all levels of the organization
- Self-motivated with excellent organization skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills, using a comprehensive approach with attention to detail
- Ability to handle multiple projects with interruptions and being able to re-prioritize work as required
- Business environment
- Strong customer focus and service orientationAbility to learn new functional concepts quickly and work independently to solve problems
- Demonstrated ability to handle and maintain confidential and sensitive company information
- Ability to quickly resolve data integrity issues
- Demonstrated ability to understand processes, systems and the downstream impact of data integrity (i.e. payroll, benefits, compensation, Talent Mgmt, finance etc.)
- Internal end external relationships:
- Liaison with BASF HR departments,(HR operations, Compensation, HR Controlling, & Staffing.)on a daily basis.
- Work effectively in a team Shared Services environment comprised of HR Data Mgmt.,Employee Service Center, Payroll, Governance & reporting.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Requirements

Minimum Requirements
- Demonstrated strong customer focus and service orientation
- Demonstrated ability to learn new functional concepts quickly and work independently to evaluate, analyze, and solve complex problems.
- Demonstrated ability to apply technology to solving business problems.
- Demonstrated ability to handle and maintain confidential and sensitive information.
- Expert knowledge of MS Office products used for analysis and presentation of data, specifically MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Access.
- Experience on project teams.
- Experience with leading/facilitating meetings.
- Experience with HR processes.
- Experience with HR reporting and/or HR metrics.
- Experience with HR databases.
- Demonstrated skills in graphical and visual representation of data.
- Demonstrated ability to excel in a fast paced environment with changing priorities, while maintaining a constant commitment to highest level of quality.

Preferred Requirements
- Expertise in SQL(structured query language) and experience working with HR reporting tools.
- Strong knowledge of data warehousing and reporting fundamentals.
- Demonstrated ability to understand new databases and data structures.
- SAP HR Query, SAP Adhoc Query and SAP Business Warehouse.
- Ability to quickly resolve end-user reporting problems

Mission Critical Competencies
- Integrity and Trust
- Functional/Technical Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Drive for Results
- Priority Setting
- Action Oriented
- Attention to Detail

Desired Education
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years of work experience in fast paced diverse environment

Primary Location: United States-New Jersey-Florham Park
Function: HRES - Human Resources
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: NOH-Human Resources]]>Tue, 04 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Florham-Park-HR-Reporting-Analyst-Florham-Park%2C-NJ-Job-NJ-07932/2640323/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Florham-Park-HR-Reporting-Analyst-Florham-Park%2C-NJ-Job-NJ-07932/2640323/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
BASF is the world’s leading chemical company, serving all major industries. Our products and system solutions contribute to conserving resources, ensuring healthy food and nutrition and helping to improve the quality of life. BASF combines economic success, social responsibility and environmental protection into one corporate purpose: We create chemistry for a sustainable future.

The Business Excellence (BE) team, headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey, operates as an internal consulting group for all BASF business units. The BE team is comprised of experts in the practice areas of marketing, sales and supply chain, with scope in both strategy definition as well as implementation. The group’s success is largely attributed to having a diverse team of individuals from different industries, geographies, roles and academic backgrounds, who have a clear understanding of complex value-chain elements that are critical to meeting market needs. Collectively, we design, strengthen and accelerate the implementation of innovative and sustainable business practices that significantly contribute to achieving our profitable growth targets.

As a Consultant on the Business Excellence team, you will be expected to scope, manage and deliver on projects contracted by our internal clients:

Main job responsibilities include:
- Ability to engage with clients, understand their market requirements, translate that to business opportunities, recommend the solution(s) in our portfolio of consulting practices and drive implementation to improve business performance.
- Ability to objectively scope a project with the client: Identify the root cause of the problem, propose resolution approaches and methodologies, define project milestones, set key metrics and KPIs and agree on expected deliverables.
- Support execution of business-specific strategy, which may include leading project teams to evaluate and address opportunities within sales, marketing and/or supply chain.
- While working with clients, identify opportunities to enhance their knowledge, skills, and processes. Make recommendations for Business Excellence offerings that further support our clients.
- Execution of global and regional strategic initiatives.
- Manage and lead cross-functional and cross-business unit project teams, fostering collaboration.
- In the absence of internal expertise or lack of resources in the Business Excellence team, the consultant is expected to source and manage external consulting firms or global BASF consulting groups to fulfill client needs.

Ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional skills in the areas of:
- Project management
- Strategic thinking
- Analytical thinking
- Written and verbal communications
- Organizational awareness
- Influencing and impact
- Conflict management

Locations: The BE Consultant will be assigned to one of three offices - New Jersey (Florham Park), North Carolina (Charlotte/Raleigh) or Michigan (Wyandotte/Southfield). Home Office set-up is offered as the majority of the work will be done virtual or at our internal client sites across North America.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Qualifications:
- 9+ years of experience in Marketing: Strategy, market & customer segmentation, product/portfolio management, pricing strategy and analytics, channel management, competitive intelligence, customer experience, new product development and launch.
- Bachelor’s degree in a business or technical field
- MBA is a strong plus
- Consulting experience at a top tier firm is a plus
- Bilingual in Spanish or French is a plus

Travel requirement: Consultants must be willing and able to travel 50%-75% of the time.

Primary Location: United States-New Jersey-Florham Park
Other Locations: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Michigan-Wyandotte, United States-North Carolina-Research Triangle Pa
Function: MARK - Marketing
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: (NC)-Marketing & Business Development - NA]]>Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Florham-Park-Business-Consultant-Marketing-Job-NJ-07932/2627255/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Florham-Park-Business-Consultant-Marketing-Job-NJ-07932/2627255/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
BASF is the world’s leading chemical company, serving all major industries. Our products and system solutions contribute to conserving resources, ensuring healthy food and nutrition and helping to improve the quality of life. With sales of €78.7 billion in 2012 and our more than 113,000 employees, BASF combines economic success, social responsibility and environmental protection into one corporate purpose: We create chemistry for a sustainable future.

The Business Excellence (BE) team, headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey, operates as an internal consulting group for all BASF business units. The BE team is comprised of experts in the practice areas of marketing, sales and supply chain, with scope in both strategy definition as well as implementation. The group’s success is largely attributed to having a diverse team of individuals from different industries, geographies, roles and academic backgrounds, who have a clear understanding of complex value-chain elements that are critical to meeting market needs. Collectively, we design, strengthen and accelerate the implementation of innovative and sustainable business practices that significantly contribute to achieving our profitable growth targets.

BASF's Business Excellence team is seeking a highly motivated individual with a comprehensive background in pricing for the role of Subject Matter Expert (SME) Pricing. In this role, you will be expected to serve as an expert resource for businesses through consulting engagements in all areas of Pricing including: pricing strategy, price setting processes, price analytics, pricing technology, training and organizational change management.

Main job responsibilities include:
- Consult internal clients (BASF Business Units) on strategic pricing topics including; pricing strategy, price setting processes, price analytics, pricing technology, training and organizational change management.
- Engage with clients, understand their market requirements, translate that to business opportunities, recommend the solution(s) in our portfolio of consulting practices and drive implementation to improve business performance.
- Objectively scope a project with the client: Identify the root cause of the problem, propose resolution approaches and methodologies, define project milestones, set key metrics and KPIs and agree on expected deliverables.·
- Bring innovative solutions to client’s problem and lend expertise to client in executing business strategy in area of pricing
- Develop tools & methodology to improve quality and delivery efficiency of pricing consulting practice
- Maintain subject matter expertise in selected areas, staying abreast of developments and best practices (both internal and external to BASF). Ensure that methodologies are updated and shared within the Business Excellence team.
- Mentor and coach consulting and pricing talent in Business Excellence team and BASF North America.

Ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional skills in the areas of:
- Strategic thinking
- Analytical thinking
- Dealing with ambiguity
- Project and time management
- Written and verbal communications
- Organizational awareness
- Influencing and impact
- Conflict management

Travel requirement: Must be willing and able to travel 50% of the time

Locations: New Jersey (Florham Park)

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Requirements:

·Bachelors degree in a business or analytical field required; MBA strongly preferred
- 10+ years of relevant experience in Marketing, including at least 6 years of experience leading pricing strategy and analytics initiatives

o Relevant marketing experience includes one or more of the following areas: strategy, market & customer segmentation, product/portfolio management, channel management, competitive intelligence, customer experience and new product development.

o Relevant Pricing experience includes one or more of the following areas: Pricing strategy, pricing analytics, price setting, price execution, and experience with software such as PROS, Vendavo, or other in-house tools.
- Strong background in developing and executing pricing strategies and processes
- Proficient in a wide range of analytical, quantitative, and statistical techniques and tools to derive insights from large and complex set of business data.
- Must have demonstrated success in Analytical Thinking, and Project Management
- Consulting experience a strong plus

Primary Location: United States-New Jersey-Florham Park
Function: MARK - Marketing
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: (NC)-Marketing & Business Development - NA]]>Tue, 18 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Florham-Park-Business-Consultant-SME-Pricing-Job-NJ-07932/2674921/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Florham-Park-Business-Consultant-SME-Pricing-Job-NJ-07932/2674921/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
At BASF, “The Chemical Company”, We Create Chemistry for a Sustainable Future. To accomplish that objective, we develop people with diverse backgrounds and talents all over the world. For you, this means a variety of ways to advance your career. Not only your performance but also your personality matter to us. At BASF Corporation, we value the differences in our workforce, as they are essential to the success of our business and to the achievement of our status as "partner of choice." Consistent with our values, BASF has an inclusive environment that promotes respect and dignity for all in the work place. BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

BASF Corporation, headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey, is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF Corporation has over 16,000 employees in North America, with sales of $19.9 billion in 2011. For more information about BASF's North American operations, visit www.basf.us. The company’s portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products, and agricultural products to oil and gas. As a reliable partner, BASF creates chemistry to help its customers in virtually all industries to be more successful. With its high-value products and intelligent solutions, BASF plays an important role in finding answers to global challenges, such as climate protection, energy efficiency, nutrition and mobility. Further information on BASF is available on the internet at www.basf.com or in the Social Media Newsroom at newsroom.basf.com.

BASF is seeking exceptional candidates for a Process Safety Specialist as a member of the Central Hub EHS team. This position is located in Hannibal, MO. BASF's Hannibal site is a leading producer of agricultural chemicals for our Agricultural Solutions business, and is experiencing dynamic growth. The site is located on 1600 acres and employs approximately 330 people including contractors. The extensive regulatory requirements create a challenge to achieve, maintain and enhance world class EHS performance.

The selected individual will join of team of 4 to 7 EHS Professionals responsible for overall management of the EHS programs at the Hannibal site. The selected individual will report to the Central Hub Team Leader at Hannibal. Under the hub structure, they will have indirect interaction with other sites in the Central hub, which is a group of sites supported under BASF’s shared services platform. They will also interact with EHS experts and professionals who support all of BASF’s North American sites and businesses.

Principal Responsibilities –

1.
Lead, coordinate, implement, and support Process Safety programs at the Hannibal site, and across multiple sites and business groups within the Central EHS Hub.

2.
Provide technical and regulatory expertise to ensure compliance, safe work places and practices, and continuous improvement of Process Safety programs. Advise site management of compliance concerns.

3.
Facilitate the sharing of programs, procedures, tools, and successfully demonstrated practices within the EHS Hub. Implement standardized EHS processes within the Hub.

4.
Ensure incorporation of BASF Process Safety philosophies during the safety reviews for new processes and process modifications.

5.
Provide strategic direction of Process Safety issues pertaining to the EHS Hub sites and businesses. Coordinate with the BASF subject matter experts on development of processes and initiatives to ensure continuous improvement in Process Safety.

6.
Provide primary point of contact for all Process Safety related issues within the Central Hub, including the process safety review process, facility siting, and interpretations associated with OSHA’s Process Safety Management/EPA’s Chemical Accident Prevention (RMP).

7.
Participate in process hazard analyses, incident investigations, and capital project reviews

8.
Lead EHS Community work teams or task forces (i.e., inter/intra-Hub expertise and Community of Practice) including acting as Hub process owner for assigned EHS processes.

9.
Support interface with regulatory agencies and third parties, as needed, on compliance and enforcement issues.

10.
Lead, coordinate, and implement the required updates to Risk Management Plans.

11.
Support implementation of the Responsible Care® Management System.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

1.
Technical engineering or science BS degree required; other BS degrees considered if candidate has significant relevant experience

2.
At least 5 years of Process Safety experience is required, either as an EHS professional or in a role requiring detailed knowledge of Process Safety requirements.

3.
At least 3 years of PSM and RMP experience in a manufacturing environment is required, with chemical manufacturing experience desired.

4.
Experience with and/or participation in Process Hazard analysis is required.

5.
Expertise and experience in Occupational Safety, Security, Industrial Hygiene, Emergency Response Management, and environmental regulations and technology are desired.

6.
Experience with incident investigation and root cause analysis is required.

7.
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision

8.
Must be able to interact with, motivate, and influence operations and management personnel

Primary Location: United States-Missouri-Palmyra
Function: OCSE - Occupational Safety & Environmental
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: NTU-Environment, Health & Safety]]>Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Palmyra-EHS-Specialist-Sr-I-Hannibal%2C-MO-Job-MO-63461/2475361/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Palmyra-EHS-Specialist-Sr-I-Hannibal%2C-MO-Job-MO-63461/2475361/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
This position supports the Global Account Team to win the most profitable competitions for BASF's CCE (Mobile Emissions) group globally, through development and implementation of the Global Account Strategy.

The Sales Manager - Transplant OEM's sets regional prices in concert with the Global Key Account Manager (GKAM), acts as regional relationships manager, and is the activities coordinator for Transplant OEMs. Additionally, the incumbent will supervise a group of direct reports.

Where customer decisions are driven locally, the Sales Manager - Transplant OEM's partners with the GKAM to ensure the appropriateness, quality, and timeliness of all decisions specific to the Technology Proposal, Pricing Proposal, Strategic Approach, and Project Management.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Marketing, or Business or a related technical discipline is required
- 5+ years of sales/marketing or business management experience with diverse customer relationships. Automotive sales/marketing experience is a strong asset
- 2+ years manufacturing experience (chemical or catalysts) is an asset
- Thorough understanding of sales development, OEM specifications, and OEM quality procedures is required
- Proven ability to identify business opportunities and develop appropriate strategies and relationships that deliver sales results within a diverse and challenging business climate
- Knowledge of catalyst manufacturing processes, precious metals, processing and market base would be considered a strong asset
- Must possess superior communication, interpersonal, influencing and presentation skills, with the ability to interact with key decision makers at all levels at both customer and internal management
- Demonstrated strategic thinking ability and demonstrated ability to implement business plans
- Must be willing and able to travel over 50% of the time, both domestically and internationally.

Primary Location: United States-Michigan-Southfield
Function: SALE - Sales
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: G-CCE-Mobile Emissions Catalysts]]>Sat, 01 Jun 2013 08:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Southfield-Sales-Manager-Transplant-OEM%E2%80%99s-Job-MI-48033/2368592/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Southfield-Sales-Manager-Transplant-OEM%E2%80%99s-Job-MI-48033/2368592/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
BASF is constantly challenged to form the best team in the industry. In order to maintain and increase our position as the worldwide leader in chemicals and chemical innovation, BASF must recruit, retain and develop the best talent available. The Recruitment Specialist role is critical to meeting and exceeding this challenge.

The Recruitment Specialist manages the exempt staffing process, from identifying the sourcing strategy through the on-boarding process for the successful candidate.
Responsibilities:
- Identify sourcing channels for recruiting qualified candidates ranging from entry to Director level openings within BASF.
- Source and interview qualified candidates for exempt (and select non-exempt) staff in multiple offices throughout the United States
- Leverage diversity recruiting strategies with other company-wide diversity activities
- Analyze hiring statistics
- Ensure Applicant Tracking System is updated with quality data to comply with OFCCP regulations
- Ensure the staffing process is timely and effective
- Review results of pre-employment assessments, background checks and pre-employment medical exams
- Provide training and guidance to hiring managers on interview techniques, policies, process, and regulatory issues.
- Extend offers of employment to successful candidates
- Manage 3rd party recruiting vendors and resources

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
- BS degree required
- 8+ years of combined HR and professional recruiting experience. Experience in an executive recruiting firm a plus.
- Proven success partnering with the customer to execute the recruitment strategy effectively.
- High proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Extremely detail oriented - must have strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to think logically and work independently
- Flexibility to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
- Must be persistent and aggressive in following up to obtain information from various sources.

Primary Location: Canada-ON-Mississauga
Function: HRES - Human Resources
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: NOH/O-NT/CA Human Resources Canada]]>Mon, 03 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Mississauga-Test-Canada-Requisitionv2-Job-NA/2636915/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Mississauga-Test-Canada-Requisitionv2-Job-NA/2636915/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
BASF is constantly challenged to form the best team in the industry. In order to maintain and increase our position as the worldwide leader in chemicals and chemical innovation, BASF must recruit, retain and develop the best talent available. The Recruitment Specialist role is critical to meeting and exceeding this challenge.

The Recruitment Specialist manages the exempt staffing process, from identifying the sourcing strategy through the on-boarding process for the successful candidate.
Responsibilities:
- Identify sourcing channels for recruiting qualified candidates ranging from entry to Director level openings within BASF.
- Source and interview qualified candidates for exempt (and select non-exempt) staff in multiple offices throughout the United States
- Leverage diversity recruiting strategies with other company-wide diversity activities
- Analyze hiring statistics
- Ensure Applicant Tracking System is updated with quality data to comply with OFCCP regulations
- Ensure the staffing process is timely and effective
- Review results of pre-employment assessments, background checks and pre-employment medical exams
- Provide training and guidance to hiring managers on interview techniques, policies, process, and regulatory issues.
- Extend offers of employment to successful candidates
- Manage 3rd party recruiting vendors and resources

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
- BS degree required
- 8+ years of combined HR and professional recruiting experience. Experience in an executive recruiting firm a plus.
- Proven success partnering with the customer to execute the recruitment strategy effectively.
- High proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Extremely detail oriented - must have strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to think logically and work independently
- Flexibility to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
- Must be persistent and aggressive in following up to obtain information from various sources.

Primary Location: Canada-ON-Mississauga
Function: HRES - Human Resources
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: NOH/O-NT/CA Human Resources Canada]]>Thu, 06 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Mississauga-Test-Canada-Requisitionv2-%28support%29-Job-NA/2646691/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Mississauga-Test-Canada-Requisitionv2-%28support%29-Job-NA/2646691/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
BASF is constantly challenged to form the best team in the industry. In order to maintain and increase our position as the worldwide leader in chemicals and chemical innovation, BASF must recruit, retain and develop the best talent available. The Recruitment Specialist role is critical to meeting and exceeding this challenge.

The Recruitment Specialist manages the exempt staffing process, from identifying the sourcing strategy through the on-boarding process for the successful candidate.
Responsibilities:
- Identify sourcing channels for recruiting qualified candidates ranging from entry to Director level openings within BASF.
- Source and interview qualified candidates for exempt (and select non-exempt) staff in multiple offices throughout the United States
- Leverage diversity recruiting strategies with other company-wide diversity activities
- Analyze hiring statistics
- Ensure Applicant Tracking System is updated with quality data to comply with OFCCP regulations
- Ensure the staffing process is timely and effective
- Review results of pre-employment assessments, background checks and pre-employment medical exams
- Provide training and guidance to hiring managers on interview techniques, policies, process, and regulatory issues.
- Extend offers of employment to successful candidates
- Manage 3rd party recruiting vendors and resources

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
- BS degree required
- 8+ years of combined HR and professional recruiting experience. Experience in an executive recruiting firm a plus.
- Proven success partnering with the customer to execute the recruitment strategy effectively.
- High proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Extremely detail oriented - must have strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to think logically and work independently
- Flexibility to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
- Must be persistent and aggressive in following up to obtain information from various sources.

Primary Location: Canada-ON-Mississauga
Function: HRES - Human Resources
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: NOH/O-NT/CA Human Resources Canada]]>Mon, 27 May 2013 05:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Mississauga-Test-Canada-Requisition-Job-NA/2620123/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Mississauga-Test-Canada-Requisition-Job-NA/2620123/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
BASF is constantly challenged to form the best team in the industry. In order to maintain and increase our position as the worldwide leader in chemicals and chemical innovation, BASF must recruit, retain and develop the best talent available. The Recruitment Specialist role is critical to meeting and exceeding this challenge.

The Recruitment Specialist manages the exempt staffing process, from identifying the sourcing strategy through the on-boarding process for the successful candidate.
Responsibilities:
- Identify sourcing channels for recruiting qualified candidates ranging from entry to Director level openings within BASF.
- Source and interview qualified candidates for exempt (and select non-exempt) staff in multiple offices throughout the United States
- Leverage diversity recruiting strategies with other company-wide diversity activities
- Analyze hiring statistics
- Ensure Applicant Tracking System is updated with quality data to comply with OFCCP regulations
- Ensure the staffing process is timely and effective
- Review results of pre-employment assessments, background checks and pre-employment medical exams
- Provide training and guidance to hiring managers on interview techniques, policies, process, and regulatory issues.
- Extend offers of employment to successful candidates
- Manage 3rd party recruiting vendors and resources

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
- BS degree required
- 8+ years of combined HR and professional recruiting experience. Experience in an executive recruiting firm a plus.
- Proven success partnering with the customer to execute the recruitment strategy effectively.
- High proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Extremely detail oriented - must have strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to think logically and work independently
- Flexibility to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
- Must be persistent and aggressive in following up to obtain information from various sources.

Primary Location: Canada-ON-Mississauga
Function: HRES - Human Resources
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: NOH/O-NT/CA Human Resources Canada]]>Thu, 13 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Mississauga-Canada-Test-Req-v3-FR-Job-NA/2662628/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Mississauga-Canada-Test-Req-v3-FR-Job-NA/2662628/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
This position has responsibility for; identifying customer needs, forecasting sales, developing/maintaining relationships with key decision makers and developmental clients in order to sell mobile emissions catalysts products, services and technologies.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Development and tactical implementation of the business development strategy, budget planning and control
- Monitor market conditions, competitive activities, general economic conditions and governmental, legislative and regulatory matters
- Identification of new business opportunities and the enhancement of existing customer relationships, market share and profitability,
- Project management and overseer of new product launch process.
- Sales forecasting / analysis, pricing / other business terms and key account management.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
- Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in a technical discipline (Science, Engineering) is preferred
- 3+ years of sales/marketing or business management experience with diverse customer relationships
- Automotive sales/marketing experience is a strong asset
- Thorough understanding of sales development and OEM specifications
- Proven ability to identity business opportunities and develop appropriate strategies and relationships that deliver sales results within a diverse and challenging business climate
- Knowledge of the Environmental Technologies product portfolio and market base would be considered a strong asset
- Must also possess superior communication, interpersonal, influencing and presentation skills, with the ability to interact with key decision makers at all levels at both customers and internal management
- Demonstrated strategic thinking ability and demonstrated ability to implement business plans
- Must be willing and able to travel up to 50% of the time; primarily domestically

Primary Location: United States-Michigan-Southfield
Function: SALE - Sales
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: G-CCE-Mobile Emissions Catalysts]]>Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Southfield-Account-Manager-Transplant-OEM's-Americas-Job-MI-48033/2551840/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Southfield-Account-Manager-Transplant-OEM's-Americas-Job-MI-48033/2551840/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
The Marketing Manager, Business Development & Marketing Services regularly drives M&A, 3rd party and product portfolio analysis and monitors trends in the market. Furthermore, they are responsible for the development and coordination of the 10 year forecast and the overall Functional Crop Care strategic roadmap. The job role implies a close cooperation with sales/marketing personnel. This individual will also develop an Intellectual Property strategy (in close coordination with the Functional Crop Care businesses and Functional Crop Care Research and various other functions).

For more information on BASF located in RTP, NC view the following link:

BASF Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nSGe-AJKycc

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Required:
- Advanced degree (MS, PhD).
- Minimum 12 years of work experience.
- Minimum 5 years of marketing or related business experience.
-
Furthermore strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Preferred:
- MBA.
- Undergraduate degree in business, biology, chemistry or related field.
- Agricultural business experience.
- Experience with IP management and strategy.
- Experience with functional crop care / biological applications.
- Experience working internationally, within a culturally diverse environment.
- Experience in negotiating with 3rd parties.

Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Research Triangle Pa
Function: MARK - Marketing
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: G-APG-Functional Crop Care]]>Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Research-Triangle-Pa-Marketing-Manager%2C-Business-Development-&-Marketing-Services-Job-NC-27701/2602094/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Research-Triangle-Pa-Marketing-Manager%2C-Business-Development-&-Marketing-Services-Job-NC-27701/2602094/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
This position will be responsible for the development of process, tools, and methodologies for the continuous improvement of plants, technologies, and processes to pursue excellence and add value to plant operations.

Will be responsible for the establishment of an operational excellence culture throughout all plant operations with emphasis on sustainable development.

Provide ongoing support to each department by facilitating the acquisition of knowledge about diverse continuous improvement tools and methodologies available to help drive out waste, redundant / broken processes and improve overall process execution.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Required:
- BS in Science or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in process engineering.
- Must possess Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
- Experience leading and executing process improvement projects in a Lean/Six Sigma capacity in a transactional setting and/or supply chain/distribution setting.
- Must have the ability to identify problems and opportunitites in the related areas and define, structure, plan, and implement improvement projects to satisfy site, business group, and corporate objectives.
- Demonstrated supervisory experience.
- Experience in negotiation and peer management/facilitation.
- Fluent in English and Spanish.
- Experience working with MS Excel, Powerpoint and Word.
- Must possess very good management skills, very good organization skills, strong leadership capabilities, strong interpersonal skills, strong oral and technical writing communication skills, be open-minded and innovative.

Preferred:
- BS Degree in Chemical or Industrial Engineering.
- Experience with Value Stream Management tools, kaizen methods, and other key lean tools and methodologies considered a plus.

Primary Location: United States-Puerto Rico-Manati
Function: ADSU - Admin. & Office Support
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: APN-Agricultural Products Division]]>Sat, 25 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Manati-Operational-Excellence-Manager-%28Continuous-Improvement%29-Job-PR/2517872/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Manati-Operational-Excellence-Manager-%28Continuous-Improvement%29-Job-PR/2517872/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
The Market Analyst assesses risks that could potentially affect the market for functional crop care solutions in the future. The position regularly drives market / competitor analysis and monitors trends in Government & Regulation. Furthermore he proactively supports the business groups within APG by sharing his knowledge about general marketing related tools and practices. The job role implies a close cooperation with sales/marketing personnel.

1. Market knowhow: Maintain up-to-date understanding of industry trends and technical development that affect the global market for Functional Crop Care Solutions (APG). Assess implications of crop trends for APG portfolio.

2. Market Analysis: Provide ad hoc analyses of market data and manage market research requests (in close cooperation with Global Agricultural Products market research).

3. Competitor Analysis: Consolidate information concerning competitor analysis.

4. Consolidate and keep updated product launch calendar, coordinating with 10 year FC and APG global and regional counterparts.

5. Portfolio Data: gather and maintain APG portfolio data by crop, by region

6. Trends in Government & Regulation: Ensure monitoring and assessment of global trends in government and regulatory developments. Assess potential effects on APG business performance.

7. Business Support: Support business groups with and facilitate exchange of general marketing related knowledge (go to market approach, business models), proactively look for ways to share best practices in marketing within regions, divisions.

For more information on BASF located in RTP, NC view the following link:

BASF Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nSGe-AJKycc

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Required:
- BS/BA degree, preferably with a marketing orientation with minimum 7 years of work experience OR MBA with minimum 5 years of work experience
- Minimum 3 years of work experience in marketing analysis
- Furthermore strong analytical and communication skills are essential

Preferred:
- Experience in agricultural business
- Experience in market analysis of conventional crop protection
- Experience with functional crop care or biological applications
- Experience working internationally within a culturally diverse environment

Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Research Triangle Pa
Function: MARK - Marketing
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: G-APG-Functional Crop Care]]>Fri, 07 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Research-Triangle-Pa-Market-Analyst-Job-NC-27701/2649632/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Research-Triangle-Pa-Market-Analyst-Job-NC-27701/2649632/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
We are the world's leading chemical company because we offer intelligent solutions for our customers and for a sustainable future. We link and develop people with diverse talents all over the world. For you, this means a variety of ways to advance. Not only your performance but also your personality matter to us. At BASF, careers develop from opportunities.

BASF - the Chemical Company - consolidated its plant biotechnology activities in BASF Plant Science in 1998. Today, about 800 employees are working to optimize crops for more efficient agriculture, renewable raw materials and healthier nutrition.

We are currently looking for a Documentation Coordinator based in Research Triangle Park (RTP), NC, U.S.A.

The Documentation Coordinator is specifically responsible for establishing and maintaining documentation standards requried for regulatory submissions .

Objectives and activities of this position include the following:
- Define document hierarchy for regulatory documents.
- Define globally mandatory standards on format and content for regulatory documents and records.
- Define standards for documents and records repository (e.g. access rights, updating procedures, search functionality) and manage globally repository.
- Define standards for documents and records repository (e.g. access rights, updating procedures, search functionality) and manage archive.
- Execute documentation retention policies.
- Drive adherence to planned revision schedule.
- Proactively provide input to Continuous Improvement Management.
- Closely collaborate with IT to help develop business requirements for the storage and management of documentation related to international regulatory submissions.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Required:
- Masters degree in Information Management, life sciences or related discipline with at least 5 years experience in life sciences or Biotechnology industry; -OR- Bachelors degree in Information Management, life sciences or related discipline with 8 years experience in life sciences or Biotechnology industry.
- Experience with document management.
- Ability to be a creative, motivated team player with an analytical mindset.
- Demonstrated cross-functional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to meet goals and to attain the desired results under time pressure and in a fast changing environment.
- Ability to interact effectively across cultures.
- Excellent written and verbal English skills.
- Detail and accuracy oriented.

Preferred:
- Experience in a biological discipline, Regulatory Affairs or Quality Assurance.
- Experience with Quality Management/Quality Assurance programs (e.g. ISO).
- Ability to understand, speak, and write in languages in addition to English.
- Experience setting up and/or developing a document management system.

Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Research Triangle Pa
Function: QUMA - Quality Mgmt & Assurance
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: GB/-BPS Central Functions]]>Mon, 27 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Research-Triangle-Pa-Documentation-Coordinator-Regulatory-%28Plant-Science%29-Job-NC-27701/2458260/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Research-Triangle-Pa-Documentation-Coordinator-Regulatory-%28Plant-Science%29-Job-NC-27701/2458260/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
This position in the Corporate Engineering Services Department will provide schedule and planning support to capital projects throughout North America. Key roles and responsibilities include:

Responsibilities:
- Provide schedule and planning support on multiple projects of various size and complexity.
- Will be required to work independently in carrying out a project’s planning & scheduling efforts.
- Active participation in the overall planning process, development of detailed schedules for FEL, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction phases. Track schedule and earned physical progress, key milestone changes, identify delays, and support reporting to management.
- Strong analytical skills that will allow proper assessments of projects to identify potential performance issues. In addition, be able support development and recommend solutions via communication and support with Project Management.
- Generate predefined schedule reporting requirements and ad hoc reports on an as needed basis.
- Assist in the development and improvement of schedule and planning tools, processes, and procedures.
- Provide basic training on scheduling to project team members.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
- BS Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or other Technical Degree
- At least 10+ years professional experience.
- At least 7+ years of scheduling/planning experience in chemical, petrochemical or similar manufacturing / project environment.
- Ability to work in a diverse team environment
- In depth technical knowledgeable about overall project planning and detailed scheduling work processes for all aspects of a project including Engineering, Procurement, Construction.
- Excellent Primavera P6 use and knowledge
- Good Microsoft Project use and knowledge
- Excellent computer skills
- Strong quality focus with an attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong communication, initiative, and collaborative skills
- Chemical plant experience a plus

BASF recognizes Institutions of Higher Education that are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.

This position require may require candidates to either currently possess or obtain and maintain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) Card from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Primary Location: United States-Texas-Houston
Function: ENGI - Engineering & Technical Service
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: NCE-Engineering]]>Wed, 29 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Houston-Project-Scheduler-Sr_-Job-TX-77001/2523315/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Houston-Project-Scheduler-Sr_-Job-TX-77001/2523315/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
This position in the Corporate Engineering Services Department will provide cost control to support capital projects and turnarounds throughout North America. Key roles and responsibilities include:
- Cost Control for large capital investments and turnarounds of various size and complexity
- Active participation in the overall cost control process. Ensure proper progress tracking and change management systems are in place and effectively functioning in construction and detailed engineering phases of projects. Provide proper variance explanation and root causes analysis of changes
- Perform studies and analysis
- Perform bid analysis for complex service contracts
- Perform audits of invoices
- Evaluate field change orders and validate contractor estimate and pricing
- Development and support of contracting strategy for large capital projects and turnarounds
- Development of project cost forecast and preparation of project cost reports
- Assist in the development and improvement of cost controlling tools and processes.
- Strong analytical skills that will allow proper assessments of projects to identify potential issues. In addition, be able support development and recommend solutions via communication and support with Project Management.
- Will be required to work both independently and with a team in carrying out a project’s cost control and forecasting efforts

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

BS Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Mathematics and at least 7 years professional experience.
- Ability to work in a diverse team environment
- Knowledge of SAP maintenance and project systems is preferred.
- Working knowledge of engineering, procurement, accounting, and construction practices with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
- At least 3 years previous experience in project cost control is preferred.
- Strong Analytical skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Strong quality focus with an attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong communication, initiative, and collaborative skills
- Chemical plant experience a plus

This position require may require candidates to either currently possess or obtain and maintain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) Card from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Primary Location: United States-Louisiana-Geismar
Function: ENGI - Engineering & Technical Service
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: NCE-Engineering]]>Tue, 28 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Geismar-Project-Cost-Control-Engineer-Sr_-Job-LA-70734/2571126/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Geismar-Project-Cost-Control-Engineer-Sr_-Job-LA-70734/2571126/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
This position in the Corporate Engineering Services Department will provide schedule and planning support to capital projects throughout North America. Key roles and responsibilities include:

Responsibilities:
- Provide schedule and planning support on multiple projects of various size and complexity.
- Will be required to work independently in carrying out a project’s planning & scheduling efforts.
- Active participation in the overall planning process, development of detailed schedules for FEL, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction phases. Track schedule and earned physical progress, key milestone changes, identify delays, and support reporting to management.
- Strong analytical skills that will allow proper assessments of projects to identify potential performance issues. In addition, be able support development and recommend solutions via communication and support with Project Management.
- Generate predefined schedule reporting requirements and ad hoc reports on an as needed basis.
- Assist in the development and improvement of schedule and planning tools, processes, and procedures.
- Provide basic training on scheduling to project team members.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
- BS Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or other Technical Degree
- At least 7+ years professional experience.
- At least 4+ years of scheduling/planning experience.
- Ability to work in a diverse team environment
- In depth technical knowledgeable about overall project planning and detailed scheduling work processes for all aspects of a project including Engineering, Procurement, Construction.
- Excellent Primavera P6 use and knowledge
- Good Microsoft Project use and knowledge
- Excellent computer skills
- Strong quality focus with an attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong communication, initiative, and collaborative skills
- Chemical plant experience a plus

BASF recognizes Institutions of Higher Education that are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.

This position require may require candidates to either currently possess or obtain and maintain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) Card from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Primary Location: United States-Texas-Houston
Function: ENGI - Engineering & Technical Service
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: NCE-Engineering]]>Sat, 01 Jun 2013 08:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Houston-Project-Scheduler-lll-Job-TX-77001/2530360/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Houston-Project-Scheduler-lll-Job-TX-77001/2530360/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
We are the world's leading chemical company because we offer intelligent solutions for our customers and for a sustainable future. We link and develop people with diverse talents all over the world. For you, this means a variety of ways to advance. Not only your performance but also your personality matter to us. At BASF, careers develop from opportunities.

BASF - the Chemical Company - consolidated its plant biotechnology activities in BASF Plant Science in 1998. Today, about 800 employees are working to optimize crops for more efficient agriculture, renewable raw materials and healthier nutrition.

We are in search of a Process Governor.

The Process Governor will be globally responsible for business process management within BASF Plant Science. Primarliy the position will be resonspible for: establishing the business process management strategy and implementation plan.

The incumbent that fills this position will have the following responsibilities:
- Build a global team to implement the business process management
- strategy and establish a center of excellence for BPM within the business unit
- Lead the documentation current company processes
- Establish on going process monitoring and optimization
- Define and establish documentation standards
- Lead the effort to ensure IT systems are implemented to support optimized processes
- Lead cross functional teams through process design and optimization.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Required:
- PhD in a relevant life science discipline with 5 years experience in process management or continuous improvement

OR
- Masters degree in a relevant life science discipline with 10 years experience in process management or continuous improvement

OR
- Bachelors degree in a relevant life science discipline with 13 years experience in process management or continuous improvement
- Ability to recognize structural issues within the organization, functional interdependencies and cross-silo redundancies
- Experience in project management
- Excellent communications and presentation skills to be able to inform and persuade both orally and in writing
- Be a creative, motivated team player with an analytical mindset
- Ability to meet goals and to attain the desired results under time pressure and in a fast changing environment
- Ability to interact effectively across cultures
- Ability to travel (approximately 15 to 20% of working time)
- Excellent written and verbal English

Preferred:
- Certification on Business Process Management, Lean Management, or Project Management
- Experience in agricultural or agricultural biotechnology industry
- Proven competency in team leadership activities to include but not limited to:
- communicating effectively with Executive Management and staff at multiple levels,
- leading a team effort composed of staff with multidisciplinary skill sets
- making decisions that cross organizational lines of business
- Good knowledge of an additional language would be an advantage

Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Research Triangle Pa
Function: REDE - Research & Development
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: GB/-BPS Central Functions]]>Sun, 02 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Research-Triangle-Pa-Process-Governor-Job-NC-27701/2085794/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Research-Triangle-Pa-Process-Governor-Job-NC-27701/2085794/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
The Crop Protection Strategic Accounts Manager for a major National account owns the following responsibilities:
- Location: Minneapolis, MN preferred, but can reside anywhere easily accessible to airport.
- Management of the BASF business relationship with assigned distributor(s) which may include Corporate and/or Regional Business relationships
- Development of an approved 3 Year Business plan as part of the business planning cycle with assigned Distributor(s) and function as part of the Strategic Account team for setting and implementing BASF distribution and marketing strategy.
- Dissemination of the BASF core strategy, Distributor goals and objectives throughout all levels of the Distributor's organization, ensuring that all key influences fully understand and support BASF strategic direction and goals.
- Communication and facilitation of the sales responsibilities with the Regional and District managers, so that effective business solutions are developed that represent mutually successful and profitable results, ensuring BASF is positioned as a preferred supplier.
- Responsible for identifying business opportunities for assigned Distributor(s), and working with relevant BASF groups to provide required resources to meet such opportunities, and for setting and agreeing to stretch targets with Distributor, and BASF management, which are monitored monthly.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Required:
- BA/BS in business, Agriculture business, Agricultural science or related subject with a minimum of 10 years of experience in Field Sales Management, Marketing, and/or Business Development, preferably in the Agricultural field -OR- MS in business, Agriculture business, Agricultural science or related subject with a minimum of 8 years of experience in Field Sales Management, Marketing, Business Development, preferably in the Agricultural field.
- Regional or national account responsibility experience.
- A strong business acumen and demonstrated understanding of the agricultural market, specifically the relationship of the distributor/Channel partner within the major row-crop and specialty US Crop markets.
- Demonstrated understanding of the distribution system, business cycles and competitive relationships of distribution accounts.
- Proven leadership skills, excellent communications and interpersonal skills, persuasive selling and demonstrated negotiation skills.
- Highly self-motivated and goal orientated with a proven record of goal attainment.
- Diversity of thinking, organizational awareness, ability to think strategically and creatively and to act as a change agent.

Primary Location: United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis
Function: SALE - Sales
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: N-APN-Crop Protection North America]]>Wed, 05 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Minneapolis-Strategic-Accounts-Manager-location-negotiable-Job-MN-55401/2584427/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Minneapolis-Strategic-Accounts-Manager-location-negotiable-Job-MN-55401/2584427/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description
The Crop Protection Strategic Accounts Manager for a major National account owns the following responsibilities:
- Location preference: Atlanta, GA preferred, but can reside anywhere easily accessible to airport.
- Management of the BASF business relationship with assigned distributor(s) which may include Corporate and/or Regional Business relationships.
- Development of an approved 3 Year Business plan as part of the business planning cycle with assigned Distributor(s) and function as part of the Strategic Account team for setting and implementing BASF distribution and marketing strategy.
- Dissemination of the BASF core strategy, Distributor goals and objectives throughout all levels of the Distributor's organization, ensuring that all key influences fully understand and support BASF strategic direction and goals.
- Communication and facilitation of the sales responsibilities with the Regional and District managers, so that effective business solutions are developed that represent mutually successful and profitable results, ensuring BASF is positioned as a preferred supplier.
- Responsible for identifying business opportunities for assigned Distributor(s), and working with relevant BASF groups to provide required resources to meet such opportunities, and for setting and agreeing to stretch targets with Distributor, and BASF management, which are monitored monthly.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Required:
- BA/BS in business, Agriculture business, Agricultural science or related subject with a minimum of 10 years of experience in Field Sales Management, Marketing, and/or Business Development, preferably in the Agricultural field -OR- MS in business, Agriculture business, Agricultural science or related subject with a minimum of 8 years of experience in Field Sales Management, Marketing, Business Development, preferably in the Agricultural field.
- Regional or national account responsibility experience.
- A strong business acumen and demonstrated understanding of the agricultural market, specifically the relationship of the distributor/Channel partner within the major row-crop and specialty US Crop markets.
- Demonstrated understanding of the distribution system, business cycles and competitive relationships of distribution accounts.
- Proven leadership skills, excellent communications and interpersonal skills, persuasive selling and demonstrated negotiation skills.
- Highly self-motivated and goal orientated with a proven record of goal attainment.
- Diversity of thinking, organizational awareness, ability to think strategically and creatively and to act as a change agent.

Primary Location: United States-Georgia
Function: SALE - Sales
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: N-APN-Crop Protection North America]]>Wed, 05 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Strategic-Accounts-Manager-location-negotiable-Job/2584426/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.basf.us/job/Strategic-Accounts-Manager-location-negotiable-Job/2584426/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS