Buyer - Raw Materials

Now hiring! Buyer - TAD Raw Materials

Florham Park, NJ - Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Relocation package available

Come create chemistry with us!

We are seeking a professional like you to join our Direct Procurement Americas Division at our Florham Park, NJ site. In this position, you will support the North American region in procuring chemical raw materials. You will routinely engage with the associated business units, Category Managers, and suppliers to align supplier capabilities with BASF's strategic priorities. With your strong interpersonal skills, desire to negotiate, and ability to identify innovative ways of adding value for BASF, you will explore creative solutions to optimize the reliable supply of raw materials to our production facilities throughout North America.

As a Buyer - TAD Raw Materials, you create chemistry by...

• Supporting the development and implementation of TAD procurement strategies for the North American region while strategically Managing multiple local and regional categories (Plan-to-Strategy & Source-to-Contract).
• Negotiating to ensure competitive pricing while minimizing risk.
• Managing the U.S. distribution network while supporting or leading various projects and initiatives.
• Leading the sourcing process (RFI, RFQ, RFP, etc.) for the assigned portfolio in alignment with category teams and business personnel.
• Providing relationship management for key suppliers, including monitoring performance metrics, resolving claims and disputes, gathering market intelligence, and assessing supply availability and pricing factors.
• Engaging across the business by collaborating with all areas of BASF (Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Product Management, etc.).
• Running large digital tenders and embracing a data-driven approach to drive results.

If you...

• Have a bachelor’s degree and at least two (2) years of professional experience in a position related to this openieng. 
• Have an educational and/or professional background in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering/Operations, Sales and/or related fields.
• Can communicate effectively and persuasively with all levels of the organization and external suppliers.
• Are proficient in Excel. Having experience in SAP, COUPA, Power BI and/or electronic bidding platforms isn’t a necessity but is beneficial.
• Are results-oriented/driven and have strong analytical skills.
• Have a desire to negotiate. Prior negotiation experience is a plus.

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

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.