Manager, Global Supply Chain Excellence, Intermediates

At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Around 112,000 employees contribute to the BASF Group's success worldwide. Our business comprises the Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, Surface Technologies, Nutrition & Care and Agricultural Solutions segments.

We want to contribute to a better world with enhanced quality of life for everyone. That is why we have firnly anchored the three pillars of sustainability - the economy, environment and society - into our corporate purpose, our strategy, our targets and our operations. They are the core of what we do, a driver for growth and an element of our risk management.

We believe that chemistry has a critical role to play in achieving greater sustainability. We are determined to move forward in this respect.

Our employees are at the forefront of this transformation, across every role and function in the organization. Join us today in shaping a sustainable future together.

About the Role

You will manage global Supply Chain projects, implement new technologies, align business goals with performance metrics, and ensure effective communication across the organization

How You Will Do It

• Lead, drive, and coordinate global Supply Chain projects, ensuring appropriate change management and implementation      
• Understand, assess and drive the future adoption of our Supply Chain processes, such as new technologies; evaluate the gaps compared to the current state
• Connect business and supply chain functions, and derive and align measures and KPIs to achieve the desired performance
• Communicate and exchange information at all levels of the supply chain organization, as well as with business management on predefined topics

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain and logistics, or a related discipline
• More than 5 years of relevant experience in supply chain and/or business functions
• Project management and project leadership knowledge preferred
• Knowledge of Supply Chain processes, with ideally a deeper knowledge of 1 to 2 specific processes
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating Process and Financial Key Performance Indicators, along with proficiency in appropriate data analytics tools
• Basic understanding of SAP
• People-oriented mindset
• Organizational awareness and effective communication at all levels of the organization
• Excellent command of written and spoken English; proficiency in a second language such as German, Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin), Korean, or Japanese is preferred

Remarks: Candidates with less experience may be considered for the position of Assistant Manager

BASF has a rich history in Hong Kong, dating back to the 1880s when it began selling textile dyes in the region. Over the years, the company has grown and expanded its presence, establishing its East Asia Regional Headquarters in Hong Kong in 1995. 
As a multinational company with a long-standing presence in Hong Kong, BASF is committed to the city's continued success as an internationally competitive business and financial center. By the end of 2023, BASF East Asia Regional Headquarters Limited had 300 employees.