BASF

Head of Global Procurement, Lauric Oil, Fatty Alcohols, Fatty Acids

BASF

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Kuala Lumpur • 🇲🇾 Malaysia

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Develop and execute the overall procurement strategy for Laurics, Fatty Alcohols, and Fatty Acids and provide clear direction and vision for the global procurement team, ensuring alignment with business objectives and analyzing market dynamics
  • Set clear goals, monitor performance, and provide regular feedback to drive accountability and excellence within the team
  • Ensure procurement policies and processes are followed, ensuring compliance with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and ethical practices
  • Oversee risk management activities, including supplier risk assessments and mitigation strategies, to safeguard supply continuity and organizational reputation
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers on the level of key decision makers at suppliers, ensuring compliance with BASF’s Supplier Code of Conduct and Palm Sourcing Policy

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10 years of sourcing experience in Oleochemicals or related industries
  • Strong negotiation skills, market analysis capabilities, and supplier relationship management
  • Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Business, or a related field
  • Proficiency in English
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Remote work options

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
procurement strategymarket analysissupplier risk assessmentsnegotiation skillssourcing experiencecompliance standardsethical practicesperformance monitoringrisk managementsupplier relationship management
Soft skills
leadershipcommunicationaccountabilitystrategic thinkingteam managementvision settingfeedback provisionrelationship buildingdecision makinggoal setting
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in chemistryBachelor’s degree in Chemical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Business