Now hiring! Commodities Trading Manager - Methanol

Houston, TX

We are looking for a Commodities Trading Manager to join our global procurement Intertrade team in Houston, TX.

Come create chemistry with us!

We are seeking a professional Commodities Trading Manager - Methanol like you to join our team.  In this role, you will be responsible for the contract & spot procurement and sales of Methanol for BASF Intertrade in the Americas, always seeking to achieve supply security and a cost advantage for BASF.  In conjunction with BASF Intertrade AG, you will also develop and execute a profitable 3rd party trading strategy for Methanol.    

As a Commodities Trading Manager - Methanol, you create chemistry by...

• Negotiating and managing new and existing contracts for high volume of Methanol to achieve supply security and cost advantage for BASF. 
• Negotiating multi-year contracts of significant spend, including legal terms and conditions, you will develop and implement strategies for the procurement and trading of Methanol, one of the key commodities for BASF. 
• Developing and executing a 3rd party trading strategy in alignment and with the support of our Global Methanol team 
• Being responsible for managing sales contracts to customers, making strategic decisions, as well as taking initiative with minimal interaction with supervisors, while understanding when approval, concurrence, or providing information is appropriate. 
• Representing BASF to the external market, as well as make formal presentations to senior management, have daily business interactions with peers, and informal discussions with employees throughout all levels of the company. 
• Working across functional business groups globally and domestically, interacting with senior business managers, external suppliers, customers, and global colleagues at all levels of the business, while maintaining excellent supplier and customer relationships. 
• Providing timely raw material forecasts to the business groups, optimize marketing strategies and profitability forecasts, by understanding market trends, manufacturing processes and factors affecting supply availability and pricing of products procured. 
• Demonstrating excellent judgment in making business decisions and handling confidential information that will directly affect the Corporation’s performance and profitability, as well as demonstrating high accountability for results in a demanding, challenging and often stressful business environment. 

If you have...

• A bachelor's degree with a technical, supply chain or business emphasis.
• A professional background of at least five years in an industrial, commercial, purchasing or similar field.
• Previous experience in trading, sales or marketing (strongly preferred)

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

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