Regional Head of Sales-Americas

Now hiring! Regional Head of Sales-Americas

Houston, TX - Hybrid

Relocation assistance offered

Travel 50% of the time

We are looking for a Regional Head of Sales-Americas to join our Catalyst team in Houston, TX.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Catalysts division is the global market leader in catalyst technologies. The division develops and produces mobile emissions catalysts as well as process catalysts and offers precious metals trading, recycling and related products and services.

As a Regional Head of Sales - Americas you will direct the regional sales, technology and technical services aspects for Chemical Market Catalysts, including Adsorbents in Americas. You will be a lead player in developing, maintaining and leveraging technical and commercial relationships at all major accounts. You will be partnering closely with Global Business Directors, Global Technology and R&D, Regional HoS will develop new business opportunities leveraging strong relationships with customers
You will be leading sales team to achieve targets through price increases, new business development, contracts and value added activities
 

As a Regional Head of Sales-Americas, you create chemistry by...

• Playing a key role in creating value for the company through people
• Being expected to enable greater personal success among our employees through quality people development, coaching, and performance management
• Helping employees develop the competencies needed to implement BASF's  Winning Way Strategy
• Coaching and developing team members to reach their full potential, and support relevant development assignments, opportunities and moves while motivating and challenging employees to drive high performance
• Creating an inclusive environment which embraces and derives value from diversity
• Establishing and supporting our safety culture in which all accidents are preventable
• Excelling at strategic sales management, financial KPIs management and customer management

If you...

• BS degree required in a technical field preferred plus a minimum of 10 years’ experience in technical sales, technical service and/or R&D OR a PhD/MS in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Science or technical field with 5+ years experience in a commercial role.
• Background and knowledge in the petrochemical industry, with a solid understanding of the market and technology
• Experience in technology driven business models.
• Strong leadership and strong interpersonal skills
• Highly developed communication, negotiation, and problem resolution skills. Demonstrated understanding of managing financial objectives and targets within a technically-oriented business unit.
• Significant experience drafting and negotiating contracts.
• Proficiency in MS Office required, knowledge on usage of Salesforce is 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.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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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.