Strategic Project Manager, Care Chemicals

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 firmly 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

Reporting to Senior Manager, Product Management Personal Care, you will:

• Support in developing strategic business direction
• Drive department growth ambitions by pursuing long-term strategic partnership models
• Act as project manager for implementation of strategic measures and partnership models

How You Will Do It

Act as Project Management Office (PMO) for department growth ambitions

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams to ensure successful implementation of strategic initiatives in advanced countries.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Monitor project progress, proactively identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.

Define and prepare target partnership models

• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and internal capabilities to identify and design optimal partnership models.
• Develop business cases and value propositions for potential partnerships, ensuring alignment with long-term strategic goals. Lead negotiations with external parties and support make versus buy analyses

Steer internal decision-making process incl. approval processes

• Facilitate internal alignment by coordinating with relevant departments (e.g., Finance, Legal, Operations) to gather input and secure approvals.
• Prepare and present proposals to senior management and steering committees, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making.
• Align global asset landscape and volume flows to maximize value and ensure long-term cost competitiveness

Steer partnership development and merger & acquisition (M&A) negotiations

• Identify, evaluate, and pursue strategic partnership and M&A opportunities in line with business growth ambitions.
• Lead due diligence processes, coordinating with internal and external experts to assess risks and synergies.
• Drive post-merger integration activities to ensure seamless transition and realization of expected benefits.
  
  

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Strategy or related disciplines
• At least 8 years’ experience in sourcing and contract negotiations
• Experience in preparing compelling proposals and demonstrate strong communication skills across multi layers of the organization from senior management to production co-workers.
• Experience in working in regional/ global teams and working with employees from different countries/ cultures required
• Good communication skills in English both written and spoken
  
  
  

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 2024, BASF East Asia Regional Headquarters Limited had 260 employees.