Global Category Buyer - Mechanical Equipment

Now hiring! Global Category Buyer - Mechanical Equipment

Houston, TX (Energy Tower IV) or Geismar, LA - Hybrid (3 days working onsite, 2 days remotely)

Come create chemistry with us!

We are seeking a professional like you to join our Procurement team at the Houston, TX (Energy Tower IV) or Geismar, LA site. In this role, you will act as an instrumental part in the purchase of technical goods. The Category Buyer will work closely with Corporate Engineering and site stakeholders to purchase piping, steel, and mixing equipment in the North America region, responsible for $60M of spend.

As a Global Category Buyer - Mechanical Equipment, you create chemistry by...

• Leading negotiations to deliver value and mitigate risk on the packages you procure on behalf of your stakeholders.
• Identifying stakeholder requirements and proactively communicating procurement-related progress, issues, and concerns.
• Supporting the development of procurement strategies, including recommending suppliers.
• Collaborating with the Businesses, Engineering & Maintenance, and Legal teams to develop contracting strategies that address companies' needs while considering appropriate risk management measures in a highly dynamic and evolving market environment.
• Providing an in-depth understanding of the capabilities and capacity of equipment categories to ensure optimal vendor selection to meet current and future BASF volume requirements.
• Continually evaluating and assessing the market in terms of shop capacity, metal prices, and other market trends.
• Gathering data from multiple sources to assess BASF versus 'best-in-class' industry benchmarks.
• Monitoring Procurement performance against milestones and providing periodic reports to management.
• Supporting the development of bid packages, execution of RfQs, participation in bid walks, preparing the commercial evaluations, and executing final contracts.

If you...

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Marketing, Supply Chain, Accounting, Construction Management or a related field. An advanced degree is a plus.
• Demonstrate at least 5 years of experience working in similar positions.
• Possess strong business acumen.
• Display excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Showcase strong negotiation skills.

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.