Technical Specialist Sub-Sahara Africa

WELCOME TO BASF

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’s regional division EMEA Europe, Middle East, Emerging Europe, and Africa. BASF operates in more than 50 countries in the region. For BASF the EMEA region is our most important market.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Take end to end ownership of technical customer support within assigned industries, ensuring transparent documentation and data quality in Salesforce
• Drive the successful introduction of innovative applications and solutions, creating measurable customer value
• Act as a trusted technical partner by resolving customer enquiries and complaints in close collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Build strong, long-term customer relationships while fostering effective collaboration with Account Management and internal stakeholders
• Proactively manage product lifecycle changes and guide customers through phase-outs and transitions
• Coordinate customer sample requests end-to-end, ensuring efficient processes and customer satisfaction
• Generate and share market and customer insights to support innovation, portfolio development, and growth opportunities
• Support sustainable sales growth through proactive project planning and pipeline development
• Conduct on-site product trials and provide expert advice on safe handling, sustainability, and environmental aspects
• Contribute to regional and European technical networks and act as Regional Coordinator where assigned
• Support capability building by mentoring junior colleagues and delivering internal and external technical training
• Act as a role model for compliance, safety, and responsible business conduct in line with BASF’s Code of Conduct and CORE values

WHAT YOU OFFER

• Tertiary qualification in relevant fields (Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer degree or similar degree)
• At least 3 –5  years experience In related field
• Strong communication skills in English
• Drivers License (obligatory)
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and internationally

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.

Closing date for applications: 15.04.2026