At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Around 112,000 employees contribute to the BASF Group's success worldwide. Our business comprises the Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, Surface Technologies, Nutrition & Care and Agricultural Solutions segments.
We want to contribute to a better world with enhanced quality of life for everyone. That is why we have firmly anchored the three pillars of sustainability - the economy, environment and society - into our corporate purpose, our strategy, our targets and our operations. They are the core of what we do, a driver for growth and an element of our risk management.
We believe that chemistry has a critical role to play in achieving greater sustainability. We are determined to move forward in this respect.
Our employees are at the forefront of this transformation, across every role and function in the organization. Join us today in shaping a sustainable future together.
About The Role
Reporting to the Head of Strategy and Projects, Intermediates Asia Pacific, you will be responsible for ramping up and growing BASF Intermediates’ technology licensing business in selected subregion of Asia Pacific, mainly India and ASEAN.
How You Will Do It
Develop customized technology license packages, including engineering services and catalysts supply, for licensees constructing production plants using BASF technologies
Build and maintain long-term relationships with industry partners (licensees, engineering partners, vendors) to enhance BASF’s business on a global scale
Collect, monitor, analyze and share competitive intelligence to gain competitive advantage for BASF
Represent BASF in industry associations, conferences, trade shows, customers events etc. through presenting technical and/or industry-relevant topics and networking
Collaborate with other BASF business units including Catalysts, Engineering, Intellectual Property and Global Intermediates Technology to present BASF’s package offerings to the licensees
Negotiate technology license contracts and ancillary agreements required to conclude licensing deals. Negotiations involve both technical and commercial aspects (e.g. license fee)
Work on special projects or initiatives as required
What We Look For
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Business Administration or a related discipline
Minimum 10 years experience in Engineering Service, preferably in petrochemical or chemical plants
Experience in technical marketing and sales with advanced negotiation skills
Extensive knowledge related to the engineering and design process of chemical plants
BASF has a rich history in Hong Kong, dating back to the 1880s when it began selling textile dyes in the region. Over the years, the company has grown and expanded its presence, establishing its East Asia Regional Headquarters in Hong Kong in 1995.
As a multinational company with a long-standing presence in Hong Kong, BASF is committed to the city's continued success as an internationally competitive business and financial center.
By the end of 2024, BASF East Asia Regional Headquarters Limited had 260 employees.