Technical Sales Specialist - Turf

About BASF

We are the world’s leading chemical company, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. Our broad portfolio ranges from Agriculture, Performance Materials, Health & Nutrition, Chemicals, Coatings to Energy & Resources.  

We are proud of our strong history of innovation. Every day, our global team of over 117,000 individuals work together to turn visions for sustainable solutions into reality by connecting with one another and sharing our knowledge.

 

We are thrilled to unveil an incredible opportunity for a Technical Sales Specialist in the Turf segment. This is not just a job; it’s a chance for an enthusiastic individual to join a dynamic team at the forefront of innovation, driving the growth of our cutting-edge turf and ornamental products. As the only manufacturer with a pipeline of groundbreaking technology, you will be instrumental in launching revolutionary technology featuring patented actives into the turf market.

Formula for Success

As a Technical Sales Specialist for Turf, you will support our distribution partners to provide technical expertise for BASF’s turf, ornamental, and professional vegetation management  (Pro VM) portfolio. You will be responsible for delivering technical information, training and demonstrations for end users, ensuring we meet or exceed our sales goals while maintaining the technical integrity of our products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement sales and customer interaction strategies across Australia.
• Engage directly with end users and distributors to build strong professional partnerships.
• Collect end-user information and provide industry insights to inform marketing campaigns.
• Support distribution interactions through newsletters, webinars, and training sessions.
• Conduct product trials and demonstrations to showcase BASF products with a focus on stewardship.
• Participate in industry events and collaborate with the Technical Development Specialist to drive sales initiatives.

Ingredients for Success

To be successful in this role, you’ll possess the perfect combination of great communication, strong stakeholder management skills, and an ability to translate technical information. You will have:

• The ability to be autonomous and self-motivated.
• Technical knowledge related to turf management, with a strong ability to communicate effectively with golf course superintendents and distribution. Proven experience in B2B sales and customer relationship management.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a drive to meet sales targets.
• Willingness to travel nationally to build relationships and support our distribution partners.

What we can offer you

At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements to suit each one of our global team. By creating chemistry with us, you can look forward to:

• A fully maintained vehicle
• A diverse and inclusive environment, with an open and fair internal promotion process
• A competitive parental leave policy, and a supportive return to work plan
• Give back to your community with our corporate volunteering scheme
• 4 weeks annual leave, with the offer to purchase additional leave throughout the year
• Opportunities to apply for international assignments – the perks of a global business!

If you have a passion for Sales within the Turf industry and want to make a significant impact, this role offers the perfect platform to showcase your skills and be part of something extraordinary!

Connect to Create Chemistry

If you’d like to join a diverse global business and create chemistry for a sustainable future, we want to hear from you!

BASF is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for all women. If you’d like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and benefits here.

Click ‘apply’ below. Applications close Wednesday 5th March, however; we encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as we may progress with candidates sooner.

Offers of employment will be subject to background checks including references, police checks and pre-employment medical.

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At BASF, the chemistry is right.

Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.