Supply Chain Manager, Canada

BASF SE•Regina, SK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture. The Canadian Supply Chain Manager will successfully lead a team and be responsible for managing and optimizing demand management, supply planning, inventory management, distribution and logistics, digital transformation and customer service for the AP business in Canada.

Requirements

A BS degree in Business, Agriculture, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
15+ years of supply chain experience, including at least 5 years in supervisory or leadership roles.
Experience leveraging technology and AI to drive cost savings, service improvements, and customer experience enhancements.
Ability to integrate supply‑chain and data science insights to improve efficiency and performance.
Proven experience leading projects end‑to‑end and presenting clear, evidence‑based recommendations to senior management.
Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict‑resolution skills.
A strong track record building, leading, and developing high‑performing teams, including coaching managers.
Solid knowledge of supply‑chain analytics and emerging technologies to drive operational improvements.
Deep leadership capability and experience managing change to deliver results.
A solid understanding of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes and practical implementation experience.

Responsibilities

Developing a 3–5 year supply chain strategy aligned with AP Canada BU priorities and stakeholder input.
Supporting strategic business planning through data-driven supply chain decisions and risk analysis.
Identifying supply risks and developing mitigation plans across global, regional, and domestic channels.
Leading the Supply Chain team to deliver S&OP, inventory optimization, launches, and supply planning.
Negotiating global active-ingredient supply priorities and driving distribution and logistics efficiencies.
Building and coaching team skills, fostering high performance, inclusion, and a customer-first mindset.
Delegating through direct reports to achieve team goals and maintain supervisory responsibilities.
Developing strong internal and external customer relationships and communicating supply situations clearly.
Directing warehouse and transportation strategies for CP and Seed units, including Regina site alignment.
Overseeing Customer Support processes and streamlining the OTC flow, including automation improvements.
Ensuring seamless order visibility and reducing complaints related to invoicing, delays, and damages.
Managing product launch activities to implement changes in line with the 3–5 year strategy.
Representing Supply Chain on leadership forums and potentially in industry organizations.
Driving continuous improvement, digital transformation, and best-practice exchange across units and partners.