Who we are:

We are BASF, the largest chemical company in the world, with over 150 years of experience. In Montevideo, we are a Hub made up of more than 1,000 employees who provide services for all BASF companies in the Americas. We offer professional solutions in finance, purchasing, reporting, logistics, technology, human resources, projects, communication, legal matters, environment, safety, health, and quality

 

Area:

Purchase to Pay Services Americas (P2P) is part of the Supplier and Reporting (GBR) cluster and includes Procurement and Accounts Payable E2E Services for the entire Americas region. In P2P, we are responsible for acquiring goods and services, up to the payment stage. Our area is responsible for processing plant demands and paying invoices on time to avoid delays in the production process. Everything necessary for a chemical plant to operate is acquired by P2P: chemicals, reagents, gloves, food, etc.

 

Main Objective of the Position:

The freight cost agent analyst manages a freight carriers portfolio within the Freight Cost Management team. He/she is responsible for the freight´s invoice processing and the stakeholder management of its own portfolio. The freight cost agent works very closely with the account management analyst, ensuring the success of the team´s target.

 

Main Tasks:

Manage and process a portfolio for freight carriers in its cluster (Brazil, SA or US), supporting BASF business and in liaison with service providers, BU Planners, Procurement and Logistics.Understands the stakeholder’s specifications and needs. Assures daily business in terms of invoice processing and acts as single point of contact for his/her suppliers (payment accuracy).  Organizes and conduct meetings with suppliers and main stakeholders to continuously challenge and enhance the current process. Anticipate, identify and evaluate possible risks that may affect the owned process and results to propose mitigation strategies in order to achieve the established objectives.Periodically report on the progress and status of the daily business and escalate to management as needed. Maintain an open, trusting, and close relationship with the main stakeholders. Conduct trainings and participate in internal initiatives/projects as needed.  

 

Minimum Education and Qualification Requirements for the Position:

Education | Advanced student or university degree in Business Administration, Foreign Trade, Accounting, or a finance-related field. Work Experience | More than 4 years of previous experience in similar positions.Languages | Advanced proficiency in both oral and written English and Portuguese is mandatory and will be tested. Technical Skills | Advanced Excel skills are mandatory. Knowledge of SAP R/3 or SAP HANA is highly desirable. Soft Skills | Strong analytical thinking, effective communication and a customer-focused approach are essential for the position. 

 

What We Offer:
Living BASF means being part of a culture that focuses on people and their professional and personal growth. Our diversity, collaboration, and leadership style make the difference.

By joining our team, we offer you:

A hybrid and flexible work model

A professional development program tailored to your interests and needs

Private health insurance for you and your family from day one, as well as life insurance

Additional flexible leave days on top of your statutory leave

The possibility to work remotely from abroad for up to 6 weeks per year

Birthday day off

Moving day off

Annual bonus

Wellness benefits, such as in-company nutrition services and massages.

 

BASF considers Law N° 19.691 and Decree N° 73/019 in all its hiring processes. Every qualified candidate who meets the requirements established in the job description will be considered in this hiring process with no distinction.

Moreover, BASF is an equal-opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, age, civil and social status, national origin, disability, sex, gender identity or expressions, or any other candidate or employee´s characteristic or group that is not related to their aptitude and suitability for the position. Our management is committed to following this policy concerning hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruiting, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.