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.

Area:

HR Services (HRS) is responsible for the experience of over 20,000 employees across BASF's operations in the Americas throughout their journey within the company, from onboarding to offboarding.

Main Objective:

Provides specialized regional expertise in assigned H2R processes, such as Payroll, Time Management and Workforce Management, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic goals and objectives, and the ability to lead HR projects in the Americas.

Tasks:

Process Design and Implementation
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to design and implement best practices for HR processes within the designated HR topic area.
• Lead the design and development of HR project strategies that align with organizational objectives.
• Implement and execute HR sub-processes in alignment with global and regional standards.
• Collaborate with Global Process Owners (GPO), Process Comms Lead, Process Automation Experts to design and implement best practices for HR processes within the designated HR topic area.
• Lead and responsible to provide process workstream expertise for any global/regional projects that are approved for implementation

Subject Matter Expertise and Guidance
• Serve as a subject matter expert in designated HR topics (e.g. Payroll, and Time Management, Workforce Management) to provide insights and recommendations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of HR processes, workflows, and standard operating procedures, ensuring they are well-defined and accessible to stakeholders.
• Monitor process performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize outcomes.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and propose innovative solutions in the processes within HR projects, in collaboration with the respective stakeholders

Stakeholder Engagement
• Engage with key stakeholders across HR and other functions to ensure alignment and support for project initiatives.
• Facilitate communication and alignment on project initiatives, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and engaged.
• Process focal point contact for People Services, GBT Global Process Owner, and another relevant stakeholder
• Act as a liaison between HR teams and executive leadership, effectively communicating project progress, challenges, and outcomes.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by sharing insights and encouraging collaboration among HR teams.

 

Requirements:

Education: Tertiary education, minimum Bachelor of degree in HR, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.Working Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in HR operations, process management, project management, or a related area, with a focus on specific HR topics. Proven experience in leading transformation initiatives or process optimization projects with a strong understanding of HR processes and practices. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging stakeholders to drive project success. Demonstrated ability to analyze data and generate reports to support decision-making and project evaluation.Language skills: Fluent in speaking and written English. Portuguese is valued.Technical skills: Strong understanding of HR processes, preferable HR operations processes. Knowledge of project management frameworks and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) as applied to HR initiatives. Familiarity with HR technology and systems relevant to the designated topic area.Soft skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically while managing multiple projects simultaneously.

 

What we offer:

In our hub, we live innovation, and we are a center of knowledge and competence. We combine our mindset with new technologies to drive continuous improvements in our processes and services. Living BASF means being part of a culture where the focus is on people and their professional and personal development. Our diversity, collaboration, and leadership style set us apart.

 

When you join our team, we offer you:

A hybrid and flexible working modelA professional development program tailored to your interests and needsPrivate health insurance from your first day in the company and life insuranceFlexible leave days in addition to your statutory leaveThe possibility of remote work from abroad for up to 6 weeks a yearA free day on your birthdayAn annual performance-based compensation bonusA comprehensive benefits package with discounts and agreements across various sectors

These offerings demonstrate our commitment to fostering a supportive and enriching work environment that prioritizes employee well-being and growth.

 

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.