Global strategic buyer (m/f)
Description
WELCOME TO BASF
The world needs innovation, and we need you! We create chemistry for a sustainable future and are looking for talented people who can help answer tomorrow's challenges. Join BASF Agricultural Solutions in France, where we produce innovative and sustainable agricultural solutions to optimize crop productivity. Are you ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a more sustainable future in chemistry?
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
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In your new position, you develop and execute global sourcing strategies for assigned categories and drive their implementation across regions and sites;
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Right in the heart of things! You lead global tenders and negotiations, establish framework agreements, and build preferred supplier networks to create sustainable value;
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Furthermore, you consolidate demand, promote standardization initiatives, and identify cost reduction opportunities through bundling, optimization, and strategic sourcing approaches;
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Together with your colleagues, you manage supplier performance, mitigate risks, and collaborate closely with category managers, sites, engineering, and supply chain stakeholders worldwide;
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Sustainability is important to you! You monitor supplier performance indicators, support continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute to achieving procurement and sustainability targets.
WHAT YOU OFFER
- Bachelor's or master's degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, engineering, or a comparable field;
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At least three to five years of professional experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement within a global and multi-site environment;Strong expertise in RFx processes, supplier negotiations, contract management, supplier relationship management, cost analysis, and procurement analytics;
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Very good English language skills as well as sound knowledge of SAP and common Microsoft Office applications;
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Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills combined with strong analytical thinking, a structured way of working, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
WHAT WE OFFER
- An exciting opportunity within a committed and highly skilled team;
- A workplace that encourages innovation, idea sharing, and employee well-being;
- An international environment where you can develop your full potential.
ABOUT US
Agri-Production SAS is a manufacturing subsidiary of BASF Agricultural Solutions. Located near Lyon, the Genay site formulates and packages insecticides, fungicides, and seed treatment products for agriculture. It also serves as a storage and distribution center for BASF crop protection products. More than 120 employees work on site, focusing on safety, health, environmental protection, and the preservation of natural resources.
Diversity is our greatest strength!
Become a part of our winning formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces inclusion and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.