SAP Business Expert Planning & Manufacturing (m/f/d)

ABOUT US

At BASF Digital Hub Madrid we develop innovative digital solutions for BASF, create new exciting customer experiences and business growth, and drive efficiencies in processes, helping to strengthen BASF´s position as the digital leader in the chemical industry. We believe the right path is through creativity, trial and error and great people working and learning together. Become part of our team and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities.

BASF Nutrition & Health offers a comprehensive range of products and services for human and animal nutrition, the pharmaceutical industry, and the fragrance & flavor industry. With innovative solutions and modern technologies, we support our customers to improve the profitability of their business and offer products that contribute to sustainable future. We have locations in Europe, North America, South America and Asia-Pacific. This position is located in the Digital Hub Madrid which is one of our global key locations to deliver digital solutions for BASF.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Our global unit EN/CD Digitalization & Business Processes is driving forward the digitization of the Nutrition & Health division with competence and passion. As Global Business Expert (SAP) – Planning & Manufacturing you contribute with your passion for the effective translation of business needs into highly automated business processes as well as your competence in relevant SAP modules enabling our Supply Chain and Operations.

• You act as a link between globally harmonized processes and the actual requirements in the supply chain, business units and local operations
• As part of the business team, you further develop our business processes in the interest of our customers. 
• Through digitalization, complexity reduction and standardization you continuously optimize SAP (& nonSAP) processes. 
• With your practical understanding of processes, you act as a global contact person as support in daily operations, change requests as well as in strategic projects. 
• You will manage international project teams and ensure process understanding in global user communities. 
• By means of proactive change management and test organization with your key user community, you ensure the effectiveness of our business processes.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

• Degree in Computer Science or economics 
• Profound knowledge in project and supply chain management based on at least 3 years of professional experience
• Proficient in using some of the mentioned SAP applications (R/3 and/or S/4 HANA especially SAP Advanced Planning Optimizer, SAP Integrated Business Planning, OMP, SAP Manufacturing, SAP QM and/or SAP PM) and data analysis tools (e.g. PowerBI)
• Theoretical and practical knowledge regarding agile methodologies 
• Practical experience in creating a culture of continuous improvement
• Business fluent English skills, german is an advantage
• Strong communication and persuasive skills as well as customer orientation i.e. ability to explain technically complex issues in a simple way

WHAT WE OFFER

•  A secure work environment because your health, safety and wellbeing is always our top priority.
• Flexible work schedule and Home-office options, so that you can balance your working life and private life.
• Learning and development opportunities
• 23 holiday days per year
• 5 additional days (readjustment)
• 2 cultural days
• A collaborative, trustful and innovative work environment
• Being part of an international team and work in global projects
• Relocation assistance to Madrid provided

At BASF, the chemistry is right 

Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief. 

HOW TO REACH US

If you're interested in the position or know someone who might be and need support on how to take next steps, please send an email to maria.alvarez@basf.com