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Tarrytown, NY
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BASF Global Product Manager - Cosmetic Effect Pigments in Tarrytown, New York
BASF is forming a global business unit to combine all of its pigments activities. With sales of about 1 billion in 2014 and 2,500 employees globally, BASF holds a leading position in the pigments market, offering the broadest portfolio of products and technology. The new global business unit will fully concentrate on the pigments business and thus be even more focused on supporting the needs of our pigments customers. Creating an organization fully dedicated to pigments will allows BASF to adapt better to the challenges in the pigments industry. Our customers will benefit from tailored services and higher responsiveness. BASFs pigments business serves a variety of industries including paints & coatings, printing & packaging and plastics. The portfolio comprises of color pigments such as phthalocyanines, high performance pigments, azo pigments, effect pigments, inorganic pigments, dyes and pigment. We are building the best team in the industry to support the need of our customers in our chosen markets.
At BASF,we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the worlds leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation.
We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment and are always working to form the best teamespecially from within, through an emphasis on lifelong learning and development.
And we are constantly striving to become an even better place to work. BASF has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of Americas Best Employers in 2016. Come join us on our journey to create solutions for a sustainable future!
Where the Chemistry Happens
This global position is responsible for product life-cycle management of BASF Cosmetic Effect Pigments business, including development and implementation of Product Line strategies in alignment with the Global Business Management for Cosmetic Effect Pigments.The operational management of the product line comprises driving margin management, portfolio harmonization initiatives and pricing. The position manages profitability optimization through active involvement in the operative Sales & Operations Planning process and inventory management topics. It works closely with quality, product stewardship and regulatory departments to ensure product compliance. The development of commercial concepts for value maximization and driving business decisions across all regions and functions involved in managing KPIs for the pigments range are part of the daily responsibility of the role.
Global Product Manager, Cosmetic Effect Pigments(1602116)
Formula for Success: You Will
·Implement the global product line targets and tasks.
·Own Product life cycle management, including: compliance, product specifications, margin management, and production cost target setting.
·Own operational management of selected product lines: Setting Global Base Prices, which includes responsibility for regional supply quotas for products on shortage; working capital management (monitoring inventories); product launch and phase-out processes.
·Lead asset profitability by establishing mid to long-term sourcing strategies; capacity optimization of internal assets to ensure supply; and competitiveness during product life cycle. Contribute to siting decisions.
·Lead competitive intelligence through competition analysis and commercial benchmarking.
·Be the Commercial Interface in Production weekly meetings: Translating business needs into production and supply chain requirements; aligning market requirements and internal capabilities.
·Lead Innovation by identifying innovation needs and support the innovation process from Stage Gate 2 onwards, including commercial launch of the product and subsequent monitoring of sales after launch.
·Lead Strategy by participating in the development of individual Product Line strategies (derived from BASF's Pigment strategy); identifying market trends to define asset, portfolio and quality requirements.
·Act as System Administration and Gatekeeper for individual product creation and deletion, data consistency (e.g. COBUS reporting).
Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You
Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. You@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support youthe whole youin all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry.
The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans, to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, youll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career.
BASFRS
Ingredients for Success: What We Look For in You...
·Bachelors degree in Business, Chemistry or related field, MBA is a plus
·Background in Chemical/Technical field with 7 years of Product Management, Supply Chain or similar experience ormulti-year experience in commercial area with operational responsibility
·Experience in Sales and/or Marketing, preferably linked to the cosmetics industry is desired
·Effect Pigment experience desired
·Excellent communication skills
·Methodical, strong project management skills, commercial orientation, decisive, goal-oriented
·Ability to travel 25-35% both domestic and international
·Competencies: Strategic thinking, Customer Focus, Organization Awareness, Influencing and Impact, Entrepreneurship. Communication and interpersonal understanding.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
BASF recognizes institutions of higher education accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.
Job: LOSC - Logistics, Supply Chain & Customer Service
Organization: G-EDP-Pigments
Title: Global Product Manager - Cosmetic Effect Pigments
Location: NY-Tarrytown
Requisition ID: 1602116
BASF is forming a global business unit to combine all of its pigments activities. With sales of about 1 billion in 2014 and 2,500 employees globally, BASF holds a leading position in the pigments market, offering the broadest portfolio of products and technology. The new global business unit will fully concentrate on the pigments business and thus be even more focused on supporting the needs of our pigments customers. Creating an organization fully dedicated to pigments will allows BASF to adapt better to the challenges in the pigments industry. Our customers will benefit from tailored services and higher responsiveness. BASFs pigments business serves a variety of industries including paints & coatings, printing & packaging and plastics. The portfolio comprises of color pigments such as phthalocyanines, high performance pigments, azo pigments, effect pigments, inorganic pigments, dyes and pigment. We are building the best team in the industry to support the need of our customers in our chosen markets.
At BASF,we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the worlds leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation.
We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment and are always working to form the best teamespecially from within, through an emphasis on lifelong learning and development.
And we are constantly striving to become an even better place to work. BASF has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of Americas Best Employers in 2016. Come join us on our journey to create solutions for a sustainable future!
Where the Chemistry Happens
This global position is responsible for product life-cycle management of BASF Cosmetic Effect Pigments business, including development and implementation of Product Line strategies in alignment with the Global Business Management for Cosmetic Effect Pigments.The operational management of the product line comprises driving margin management, portfolio harmonization initiatives and pricing. The position manages profitability optimization through active involvement in the operative Sales & Operations Planning process and inventory management topics. It works closely with quality, product stewardship and regulatory departments to ensure product compliance. The development of commercial concepts for value maximization and driving business decisions across all regions and functions involved in managing KPIs for the pigments range are part of the daily responsibility of the role.
Global Product Manager, Cosmetic Effect Pigments(1602116)
Formula for Success: You Will
·Implement the global product line targets and tasks.
·Own Product life cycle management, including: compliance, product specifications, margin management, and production cost target setting.
·Own operational management of selected product lines: Setting Global Base Prices, which includes responsibility for regional supply quotas for products on shortage; working capital management (monitoring inventories); product launch and phase-out processes.
·Lead asset profitability by establishing mid to long-term sourcing strategies; capacity optimization of internal assets to ensure supply; and competitiveness during product life cycle. Contribute to siting decisions.
·Lead competitive intelligence through competition analysis and commercial benchmarking.
·Be the Commercial Interface in Production weekly meetings: Translating business needs into production and supply chain requirements; aligning market requirements and internal capabilities.
·Lead Innovation by identifying innovation needs and support the innovation process from Stage Gate 2 onwards, including commercial launch of the product and subsequent monitoring of sales after launch.
·Lead Strategy by participating in the development of individual Product Line strategies (derived from BASF's Pigment strategy); identifying market trends to define asset, portfolio and quality requirements.
·Act as System Administration and Gatekeeper for individual product creation and deletion, data consistency (e.g. COBUS reporting).
Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You
Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. You@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support youthe whole youin all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry.
The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans, to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, youll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career.
BASFRS
Ingredients for Success: What We Look For in You...
·Bachelors degree in Business, Chemistry or related field, MBA is a plus
·Background in Chemical/Technical field with 7 years of Product Management, Supply Chain or similar experience ormulti-year experience in commercial area with operational responsibility
·Experience in Sales and/or Marketing, preferably linked to the cosmetics industry is desired
·Effect Pigment experience desired
·Excellent communication skills
·Methodical, strong project management skills, commercial orientation, decisive, goal-oriented
·Ability to travel 25-35% both domestic and international
·Competencies: Strategic thinking, Customer Focus, Organization Awareness, Influencing and Impact, Entrepreneurship. Communication and interpersonal understanding.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
BASF recognizes institutions of higher education accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.
Job: LOSC - Logistics, Supply Chain & Customer Service
Organization: G-EDP-Pigments
Title: Global Product Manager - Cosmetic Effect Pigments
Location: NY-Tarrytown
Requisition ID: 1602116
