Global Process Owner Manufacturing - Agricultural Solutions

Global Process Owner Manufacturing - AP Process Excellence | BASF Agricultural Solutions

Agriculture is all about balance. The balance that is crucial to everyone's existence - also applies to our Agricultural Solutions division. We connect innovative thinking with practical action to find the right balance for success - for farmers, agriculture, and future generations. With seeds and traits, crop protection and digital solutions, we help farmers produce food more efficiently, protect the land and meet the needs of society. To further develop and grow this ambition we are looking for a Global Business Process Owner Manufacturing.

Your job

We are looking for an accomplished and visionary Global Process Owner (GPO) for Manufacturing to lead and optimize our global manufacturing processes within our dedicated Process Excellence Team. The ideal candidate will have an extensive background in manufacturing operations, process improvement and leadership. As the GPO for Manufacturing, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing our organization's manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and sustainability while leading a community of regional and local business process experts.

Key responsibilities

• Process Ownership: Assume complete ownership of the Manufacturing process, encompassing operations, quality control, supply chain integration,  sustainability initiatives and interfaces to production planning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Global Standardization: Collaborate with global, regional and local teams and stakeholders to establish and enforce global manufacturing standards, best practices, and methodologies. Drive consistency in manufacturing processes across different regions and business units.
• Process Optimization: Continuously assess the Manufacturing process to identify opportunities for improvement, cost reduction, waste reduction, and efficiency gains. Lead process redesign initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency and product quality.
• Strategic Alignment: Ensure that manufacturing activities are closely aligned with the organization's strategic objectives and market dynamics. Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and communicate manufacturing strategies, KPIs, and success metrics.
• Quality and Compliance: Develop and implement quality control measures, compliance programs, and sustainability initiatives within the Manufacturing process. Ensure adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals.
• Technology Integration: Partner with IT teams to leverage advanced manufacturing technologies, automation solutions, and data analytics. Drive digital transformation initiatives to enhance manufacturing capabilities and visibility.
• Performance Metrics: Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of the Manufacturing process. Regularly provide performance insights to senior management and stakeholders.
• Community Leadership: Lead and mentor a community of global, regional and local business process experts within the Process Excellence Team. Provide guidance, support, and expertise to enhance manufacturing capabilities across the organization.
• Change Management: Lead change management efforts associated with process improvements, technology implementations, and sustainability initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless adoption of new processes and tools.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and Finance, to gather input, align manufacturing efforts, and drive successful project execution. Serve as the primary point of contact for manufacturing-related inquiries.
• Innovation and Best Practices: Stay current with industry trends, emerging best practices, and sustainable manufacturing approaches. Integrate innovative approaches to enhance manufacturing capabilities.
• Talent Development:Mentor and guide a team of process experts within the Process Excellence Community (PEC). Provide coaching, training, and development opportunities to enhance their skill sets and capabilities.

• Main interface to GB and GD Process Owner community: Be the main contact person for all the existing Process Owners of GB and GD to ensure that AP specific process requirements and needs are fulfilled.

Your team

In this challenging position you will give coaching and guidance to a global community of global, regional and local Process Experts team. You will report to our ‘Process Excellence Team Lead’ and act as the right hand and sparring partner of Global and Regional Leadership in AP.

Your Profile

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering or a related field; master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., Lean Six Sigma) is advantageous.
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, with a focus on global manufacturing operations, process improvement initiatives, and leadership.
• Experience working in Agriculture is a plus.

Knowledge/Skills

• Process Excellence: Proven track record of leading process improvement initiatives, implementing best practices, and optimizing manufacturing processes for global organizations.
• Leadership: Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, collaborate, and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven and detail-oriented approach to decision-making.
• Change Agent: Demonstrated experience in driving change management efforts and managing stakeholders across various organizational levels.
• Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with advanced manufacturing technologies, automation solutions, and data analytics. Ability to leverage technology for process enhancements.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Global Perspective: Understanding of global manufacturing operations, market dynamics, and cultural nuances.
• Sustainability Focus: A commitment to advancing sustainability initiatives within the manufacturing process.

Competences

• Leadership skills honed through experience with senior management.
• Understanding of complex business issues and strategies.
• Innovative mindset and affinity with new digital developments.
• Leadership skills and Stakeholder management.

Leadership behaviors

Pioneering       : courageously trying new things to win  

Empowering    : enabling to take actions and make decisions   

Performing       : focus on the right things and act fast   

Your application

If you are a strategic thinker and manufacturing optimization enthusiast with a passion for shaping and improving global manufacturing operations in the Global Seeds Business while leading a community of regional and local business process experts, we invite you to apply for the role of Global Process Owner - Manufacturing within our Process Excellence Team. This is a unique opportunity to lead transformative change, enhance manufacturing efficiency, ensure product quality, and drive sustainability in our organization's manufacturing processes. If yes on all of the above, then we invite you to apply for this job and upload your motivation letter and CV.

For more information about the job and the application process, please contact …….., Global Talent Acquisition Partner at “email address”.

What’s in it for you?

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. At BASF we believe that people are the key to our long-term success and that talent is in everyone. That’s why we empower you with the tools, guidance, and opportunities you need to advance and succeed in work and life. We offer you a variable remuneration in addition to an attractive salary and excellent benefits like a good pension, collective health insurance, training opportunities, flexible and remote working etc.

Giving you the support that you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us achieving our ambitions. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision Vegetable Seeds is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

At BASF, the chemistry is right. Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.