WELCOME TO BASF

At BASF Personal Care and Nutrition GmbH, we are a leading global supplier of innovative conditioning polymers tailored for the Personal Care Industry.  Our products are designed to enhance the efficacy and appeal of products, meeting the evolving needs of brand owners and consumers alike. Our commitment to quality and sustainability has made us a trusted partner for brand owners aiming to elevate their product offerings. 

 

This is your chance to join a dynamic, forward-thinking company, where your sales and business development expertise, together with your understanding of protein chemistry, will be valued and utilized to accelerate our growth. 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Working within the global sales team, you will be at the forefront of our personal care and home care sales strategy:

Strategic Business Development: Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities whilst cultivating and expanding relationships with our existing brand owners. Develop strategies to penetrate new accounts and grow existing relationships with brand owners.Account Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients and business stakeholders, ensuring their needs are understood and met.Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive positioning. Technical Expertise: Leverage your knowledge of protein chemistry and applications in Personal Care formulations, to provide clients with solutions that enhance their product offerings. Educate brand owners on the benefits and applications of our protein hydrolysates, positioning yourself as a trusted advisor. Collaboration for Success: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, marketing, and production, to ensure alignment between client needs and our product offerings. Your collaboration will ensure that we deliver exceptional value to our customers.Sales Performance: Monitor sales performance and account health, providing regular updates and insights to senior management. Develop actionable plans to address challenges and seize new opportunities.Networking and Representation: Represent BASF at industry events, trade shows, and conferences to build relationships, promote our offerings, and identify potential leads. WHAT YOU OFFER Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field - advanced degree preferreda minimum of 3 years experience in account management or business development within the personal care or cosmetic industrystrong understanding of protein chemistry and its applications in cosmetic formulations, particularly in personal care and home care productsproven track record of successfully managing client relationships and achieving sales targetsexceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients at all levelsself-motivated with a strong entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a teamwillingness to travel as needed to meet clients and attend industry eventsWHAT WE OFFER

 

inspiring networks for the development and implementation of your ideas mentoring programs and learning opportunities for your professional and personal developmentcareer paths as professional development to other positions in the company (including job rotation)cooperations with fitness and health studios and numerous other (preventive) offers for your health30 days of vacation flexible working time models (e.g. part-time employment or job sharing)attractive competitive salary and a variable bonussocial counselling, support with retirement provision and share programme for employeesHOW TO REACH US

Ms Valeria Illera (Talent Acquisition) Tel.: +49 (0)30 2005 58110 or valeria.illera@basf.com will be happy to answer your questions for this position

You can also reach our recruiting team here

First information about our application process can be found here

 

ABOUT US

At BASF we offer more than just a job; you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our growth trajectory in the personal care and home care markets. You will work with a passionate team dedicated to innovation and excellence, and you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our product offerings. We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help you grow your career. If you are passionate about sales and have a desire to drive business success, we would love to hear from you.

 

Learn more about BASF Personal Care and Nutrition GmbH at http://on.basf.com/CareAndNutritionEN

 

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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.