APP/TAQ_(Senior) Site IT Project Manager (m/f/d)
WELCOME TO BASF
We are BASF in agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and our other stakeholders along the value chain. We do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture by connecting innovation, customers and society.
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JOIN THE TEAM
As a (Senior) Site IT Project Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring a reliable, secure and future ready IT environment for our BASF Agricultural Solutions entity in Belgium. You will oversee local IT operations, lead strategic IT projects and serve as the primary IT contact for site leadership and R&D teams at the different sites of BASF Agricultural Solutions Belgium (BASB). In this role, you will translate business needs into technical solutions, ensure seamless IT service delivery and contribute to the digital transformation of our research and operational environment.
Your main responsibilities include:
Local IT Operations:
- Lead the local onsite IT support team, ensuring timely and effective workplace support, infrastructure maintenance and asset management.
- Ensure system uptime and operational continuity of critical IT services.
Project Leadership:
- Manage end‑to‑end delivery of BASB IT projects, including scope definition, planning, budgeting, execution, risk management and stakeholder communication.
- Support partial IPO readiness.
Network & Infrastructure:
- Design and lead the optimization and implementation of local and selected global network initiatives.
- Ensure secure, stable and scalable network operations in line with BASF standards.
- Safeguard availability and performance of essential IT systems and applications.
Cybersecurity:
- Partner with the global BASF security organization to deploy and maintain cybersecurity controls.
- Monitor compliance, support audits and lead local incident response and awareness initiatives
Stakeholder Management:
- Act as the primary IT business partner for site management and R&D leadership, ensuring transparent communication on progress, risks and priorities.
- Conduct workshops and training sessions to support adoption of new tools and ways of working.
- Manage external IT service partners, ensuring contract adherence, service quality and timely delivery.
Governance & Reporting:
- Provide regular updates to site leadership on IT project status, risks and mitigation measures.
- Maintain accurate documentation to support governance and audit requirements.
WHAT YOU OFFER
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or a scientific discipline with strong affinity for IT.
- At least 10 years of experience in IT project management within complex environments, ideally in chemical, agricultural or research‑driven industries.
- Experience managing local or remote IT support teams.
- Solid knowledge of network architecture, firewalls, cybersecurity frameworks and cloud technologies.
- Strong stakeholder management, communication and leadership capabilities.
- Strategic and analytical mindset, combined with strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
- Commitment to continuous improvement, service excellence and digital innovation.
- Fluency in English and Dutch.
WHAT WE OFFER
At BASF, you will be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can make a meaningful impact. We offer:
- A challenging role at the intersection of IT, science and operations.
- The opportunity to shape the digital landscape of a key BASF site.
- A supportive, high‑performing team environment.
- Attractive compensation and benefits.
- A good work-life balance
- Continuous learning, development opportunities and long‑term career perspectives within BASF’s global IT organization.
HOW TO REACH US
If you need more information about the process or the vacancy, you can reach our recruiting team here.
ABOUT US
As a reliable partner of the agricultural sector, BASF Agricultural Solutions GmbH offers innovative solutions in the area of crop protection and pest control to improve agricultural production, increase the profitability of agricultural companies and thereby improve the living standards of a growing population.
Our strength lies in supporting farmers in the face of the challenges presented by an increasingly complex agricultural sector and in working with them to secure basic human necessities, such as food, nutrition and energy.
Learn more about BASF Agricultural Solutions GmbH at BASF Innovation Center Gent
Important: Before applying, please let your current leader know about your interest in the position.
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.
Our people are at the heart of everything, dedicated to delivering value for our customers every day.
By focusing on enabling our people today and in the future, we will ensure we have the talent and skills needed to succeed.
United by the love of farming, we innovate, collaborate, and strive for the best solutions together, creating connections and driving success as one team. This is how we make an impact. For the love of farming, the biggest job on Earth.
Gent, BE