WELCOME TO BASF
In the field of dispersions & resins, we offer a comprehensive range of resins, additives and polymer dispersions. These raw materials are used in formulations for coatings, construction chemicals, adhesives, printing and packaging products, electronics and paper, among others. We develop innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers and support them in further improving their formulations.
Our Unit promotes customer satisfaction by keeping a close eye on the entire process, from customer contact to transport management.
* You analyze and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and differentiated steering within the global business unit of Resins & Additives, focusing on end-to-end supply chain processes across two strategic business units.
* In your role, you lead ongoing analysis of supply chain metrics for order-to-cash (OTC) and transport management, identifying cost drivers, profitability opportunities, service differentiation, and cost-saving measures, you develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) such as service performance to provide actionable insights into the order-to-cash (OTC) process, leveraging data analytics to pinpoint areas for improvement, driving operational excellence and ensure effective communication of results throughout the organization.
* You track savings from supply chain projects and initiatives, effectively communicating achievements, risks, challenges to all stakeholders, and support coordination and preparation for service provider collaboration.
* Furthermore, you coordinate knowledge-sharing initiatives and training programs to ensure ongoing support for OTC processes, assist in and drive implementing automation measures to increase digitalization including artificial intelligence, maintain strong data integrity and compliance documentation to facilitate audits.
* bachelor's degree in engineering, science, business administration, economics, supply chain management, or a related field; an MBA is a plus
* and/or minimum of 5 years of experience in business management, supply chain management, operations, or project management, preferably within the chemicals industry
* a strong action-oriented team player, highly analytical and strategic thinking, self-motivated and entrepreneurial, capable of quickly grasping new concepts, generating innovative ideas, driving change effectively and excellent organizational and communication skills
* in-depth expertise in the following E2E supply chain processes: order-to-cash, transport management, and digitalization in SC operations and controlling
* trained in APICS, Lean Six Sigma preferred and advanced expertise in at least one of the following technologies e.g., SAP R/3, SAP S4 HANA, Microsoft Power Platform, Azure Data Analytics, Robotic Process Automation, Process Mining, Big-data, and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
* very good command of German and English
* inspiring networks for the development and implementation of your ideas (e.g. Women in Business)
* mentoring programs and learning opportunities for your professional and personal development
* career paths as professional development to other positions in the company (including job rotation)
* cooperations with fitness and health studios and numerous other (preventive) offers for your health
* 30 days of vacation as well as the possibility of special leave and sabbatical models
* flexible working time models (e.g. part-time employment or job sharing)
* attractive competitive salary and a variable bonus
* social counselling, support with retirement provision and share programme for employees
HOW TO REACH US
Do you have any questions about the application process or the position? Please reach out to: Valeria Illera (Talent Acquisition), valeria.illera@basf.com, Tel.: +49 30 2005-58110
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