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Category Manager (Commodity)(004711)
Category Manager (Commodity)(004711)-March 2024
Shanghai
Mar 28, 2026
About Category Manager (Commodity)(004711)

  Category Manager (Commodity)(004711)

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  = Objectives =

  • Perform procurement activities following Corporate Requirements Procurement

  • Develop, implement, monitor and review Procurement strategy, following Excellence in Strategy program

  • Negotiate the contract and/or purchase condition with suppliers based on demand and requirements defined by internal Business Partners (iBP) to achieve competitive advantage for BASF

  • Communicate prices / decisions / market intelligence to the ODs and have regular exchange of market development

  • Follow buying channel guideline for Purchase-to-Pay operation performed by GB

  • Perform procurement process for Supplier Management, Quality management, Risk management and Sustainability-in-Procurement

  = Job Responsibilities =

  (Purchase to Strategy)

  Accountable and responsible for strategy development and implementation of measures from category strategies:

  • Initial classification: determine depth of analysis w/ Positioning Matrix

  • BASF analysis: understand internal business partners’ needs and identify BASF’s strengths and weaknesses

  • Market analysis: explore supply market structure and dynamics, strategies of suppliers, explore interregional trade flows and regional/global pricing structures, evaluate opportunities and threats, segment suppliers, evaluate supplier cost positions

  • Strategy development: define strategic goals; define, select and get preferred strategic option and implementation plan approved; define KPIs

  • Strategy implementation & follow-up: tackle action items, conduct tracking of implementation and measure category performance, deliver progress report to procurement management and inform internal business partners

  (Source to Contract)

  • Define boundaries and targets for upcoming negotiations

  • Identify the requirements of OD such as specification, logistics requirements and demand development.

  • Identify the suppliers to be invited to the negotiation based on requirements from iBP.

  • Perform Contract Negotiation Board to get the approval for negotiation boundary (e.g. ZOPA – zone of possible agreement)

  • Negotiate with supplier(s) based on category strategy, within boundaries approved by Contract Negotiation Board

  • Finalize the contract and/or purchase condition if the result of negotiation is within defined boundaries and targets, otherwise seek approval from respective approver based on value threshold

  • Contract implementation & monitoring: manage contracts and decide on appropriate actions; inform relevant parties (e.g. Shared Service Center, iBP) about negotiation results; manage supply issues and/or sales allocation/force majeure situations, monitor rebate or other conditions set in the contract

  (Purchase to Pay)

  • Follow the Buying Channel guideline

  • Approve R1/R2 for Purchase Order / Outline Agreement in SAP and follow up approval until final release for GB to issue purchase order and perform payment after goods receipt

  (Supplier Management)

  • Negotiate with supplier for claims with Very High NCM cases. For other priorities NCMs, be the escalation point for to get the feedback from supplier for improvement measure to prevent the same happening

  • Collect required documents from supplier(s) for master data processes and internal/external Audits

  • Escalation point for NCM management (with support from Operational Officer) especially for claim negotiation

  • Supplier Management: Approve qualified suppliers, evaluate supplier performance, define supplier development plans, decide on disqualification and phase-out of existing suppliers, drive supplier innovation

  • Maintain strategic relationship with key suppliers

  (Communicate with internal Business Partner)

  • Provide input for Round Table Meeting with BU

  • Provide input for Negotiation Tracker Savings and respective saving plans for individual OD

  • Communicate prices / decisions / market intelligence to the internal business partners

  (Risk management)

  • Manage single source situation by providing alternative sources available in the market and following up the approval at our sites

  • Invite suppliers to join Sustainabilty-in-Procurement activities such as TfS evaluation and Supplier Carbon Management Program

  • Fulfill requirements from the German Supply Chain Act law

  (Others)

  • Reporting and sharing the information with operational leader on request

  = Job Requirements =

  • University (Master + min. 4 years in relevant positions or Bachelor + min 6 years of experience)

  • Working experience, preferably in Procurement or Marketing or Sales or Product Management

  • Project Management skills

  • Strong negotiation skills

  • Strong communication skills

  • Knowledge of supplier, market environment, products and technologies within respective area

  • Knowledge of procurement strategy, processes and guidelines

  • Excellent in English

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  This can include fake websites, fake job offers, or contact from a person falsely claiming to represent BASF.

  Remember, neither BASF nor our representatives will ever request money from a job candidate.

  If you suspect recruitment fraud and BASF is mentioned, first get in touch withHR team (https://www.basf.com/hk/en/company/career/news-faq/contact.html) at BASF.

  A unique total offer: you@BASF

  At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes awide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Clickhere to learn more.

  Auniquetotal offer: you@BASF

  At BASF youget more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best inevery stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.

  Working at BASF: We connect to create chemistry

  We are proud of strong history of innovation, which has helped make us who we are today – the world's leading chemical company. 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.

  The right people are crucial for our sustainable success. We aim to form the best team by bringing together people with unique backgrounds, experiences and points of view. Our differences make us stronger and more vibrant. And an open, creative and supportive work environment inspires us to achieve exceptional results.

  About BASF

  Find out what BASF has to offer as an employer and why you should join our team.

  Your application

  Here you find anything you need to know about your application and the application process.

  Contact us

  You have questions about your application or on how to apply in Europe? The BASF TalentAcquisition Europe team is glad to assist you.

  Please note that we do not return paper applications including folders. Please submit copies only and no original documents.

  For BASF, diversity is one of the essential keys to business success and the well-being of our employees. We promote an inclusive culture that accepts the diversity of people, experiences and capabilities. By embracing talents and abilities of all kinds, we aim to boost creativity and motivation, and enhance our teams’ performance.

  Join the team and connect with more than 117,000 other minds.

  SHANGHAI,CN,200000

  BASF Asia Pacific

  Procurement

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