General Buyer (m/f/d)

WELCOME TO BASF

In the Coatings Division, we are focused on the development, production and marketing of a variety of coating solutions - from applied surface technologies to automotive paints. Working in global teams, we promote innovation, design and new applications in order to meet our partners' needs. This portfolio is complemented by "Beyond Paint Solutions", which enables new applications with innovative surfaces.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

We are seeking a professional like you to join our Procurement team at Münster. As a General Buyer you are part of a global team that continuously develops market intelligence and optimizes the sourcing approach. In this regard, you work closely with Procurement Technical Management to build the bridge between technical and commercial opportunities and risks.

• In this position you handle end-to end procurement processes focusing on indirect as well as direct procurement activities, and tolling or logistical services.
• Furthermore, you develop and implement sourcing strategies, negotiation tactics and support several internal business partners in their daily business.
• You build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, are an integrated part of sourcing events while you drive digitalization and optimize projects for procurement activities. 
• Additionally, you're responsible for risk management, building supplier relationship as well as supplier development activities. 
• Moreover, you execute negotiations and document the results including contracts, the development and implementation of outline agreements as well as the price lists.
• Lastly, you enhance your know-how and build expertise in assigned fields of procurement through active research and participation in trainings or conferences.

WHAT YOU OFFER

• university degree in economics, chemistry or a similar field of study
• experience in procurement, sales, logistics, product management or marketing
• profound knowledge in project management, decision making as well as in SAP
• strong communication skills in both German and English
• team player with strong analytical skills and the flexibility to quickly adapt to changes as well as new challenges

WHAT WE OFFER

• We offer an attractive salary with lucrative individual benefits such as a performance-based bonus or a share programme. A company-financed supplementary long-term care insurance policy, under certain conditions accident insurance and an attractive retirement pension scheme that will provide you with comprehensive cover.

• We offer a wide range of local and global development and career opportunities for professional and personal development.

• As a founding member of the Diversity Charter, BASF stands for diversity – we are proud of our Coatings employee networks WomenInCoatings, ColorPride@EC and CultiConnect.

• The feedback culture is firmly integrated into our corporate culture, e.g. through regular employee surveys and management feedback.

HOW TO REACH US

Chandery Thiel (Talent Acquisition), chandery.thiel@basf.com, Tel.:+49 30 2005-58431 will be happy to answer your questions for this position

You can also reach our recruiting team here

First information about our application process can be found here

ABOUT US

Learn more about BASF Coatings GmbH at https://www.basf-coatings.com/global/en.html

Diversity is our greatest strength!

Become a part of our winning formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces inclusion and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.