Regional Category Buyer (TAD)

BASF SE • Florham Park, NJ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a Regional Category Buyer (TAD) to join our Procurement team in Florham Park, NJ. Global Direct and Logistics Procurement (GPD) oversees the strategic procurement of raw materials and logistics services for the BASF Group worldwide. Within this framework, Direct Procurement Americas (GPD/N) manages the procurement of raw materials for BASF sites across the Americas. This includes over 100 regionally managed categories 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 agreements. 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. As a buyer for the Tail-spend And Distribution (TAD) team, you will support the North American region to procure chemical raw materials. You will engage with the associated business units, category managers, and suppliers to align supplier capabilities with BASF strategic priorities. You will routinely negotiate and explore creative solutions to optimize the reliable supply of raw materials to our production facilities throughout North America.

Requirements

• Have a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of professional experience.
• Have an educational and/or professional background in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering/Operations, Sales and/or related fields.
• Can communicate effectively and persuasively with all levels of the organization and external suppliers.
• Are proficient in Excel.
• Are results-oriented/driven and have strong analytical skills.
• Have experience and a desire to negotiate.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in SAP, COUPA, Power BI and/or electronic bidding platforms

Responsibilities

• Supporting the development and implementation of TAD procurement strategies for the Americas.
• Negotiating to ensure competitive pricing while minimizing risk.
• Supporting or leading various projects and initiatives.
• Leading the sourcing process (RFI, RFQ, RFP, etc.) for the assigned portfolio in alignment with category teams and business personnel.
• Providing relationship management for key suppliers, including monitoring performance metrics, resolving claims and disputes, gathering market intelligence, and assessing supply availability and pricing factors.
• Engaging across the business by collaborating with all areas of BASF (Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Product Management, etc.).
• Running large digital tenders and embracing a data-driven approach to drive results.

Benefits

• 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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees