Now hiring! Head of Supply Chain - US - RTP, NC

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We are BASF in Agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming, and the biggest job on Earth. We are an internationally successful company of the BASF Group. Our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems. 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. With teams in the lab, field, office and in production, we do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture.

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The Head of Supply Chain United States leads the country-level Supply Chain organization, owning S&OP/S&OE processes, customer service, logistics and distribution, contract manufacturing management, and recall management, while managing and developing the country supply chain team and driving continuous improvement to secure service, cost, inventory and compliance performance.  

As a Head of Supply Chain - US - RTP, NC, you create chemistry by...

• Leading country-level S&OP/S&OE processes, ensuring high-quality planning, forecast alignment and operational follow-up, and executing supply chain and customer service processes in full alignment with global standards. 
• Managing and developing the country supply chain team, including people leadership, capability building and local resource prioritization. 
• Providing input on supply chain excellence and transformation requirements to the Cluster SCBP, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives at country level. 
• Monitoring and managing supply chain performance metrics (inventory/working capital, service level, cost, delivery performance) and defining corrective actions to minimize financial and operational risks, with accountability for country performance outcomes. 
• Ensuring accuracy and completeness of master data, transactional processes, and compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements and tax rules. 
• Ensuring high-quality customer service execution, including accurate order handling and issue resolution. 
• Optimizing and executing local logistics set-up and product distribution to ensure high service levels and cost efficiency. 
• Managing contract manufacturing activities and recall management processes at country level, in alignment with governance, procedures and regulatory requirements.  

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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

BASF Agricultural Solutions is a trusted partner to the agricultural industry, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that help farmers succeed across a wide range of cropping systems. Across North America, our teams work together to address some of agriculture's most important challenges while creating value for customers, communities, and the environment. At BASF, you'll find opportunities to grow your career, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make a meaningful impact through work that matters.

Find out more about our Agricultural Solutions team here. 

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.

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Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.