Global Process Owner : Supply Chain Planning - Agricultural Solutions

Global Process OwnerSupply Chain Planning - 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 OwnerSupply Chain Planning.

Your job

We are in search of a visionary and results-oriented Global Process Owner (GPO) for Supply Chain Planning to lead and optimize our global Supply Chain Planning processes within our dedicated Global Process Excellence Team. Supply Chain Planning covers the areas of Supply (Network) Planning and Detailed (Production) Scheduling. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Supply Chain operations, exceptional leadership abilities, and a passion for driving process improvement and innovation. As the GPO for Supply Chain Planning, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing our organization's Supply Chain strategy, efficiency, and resilience.

Key responsibilities

• Process Ownership: Assume complete ownership of the Supply Chain Planning process from rough-cut supply planning to detailed scheduling and be the link to sales and operations planning (S&OP), and demand-supply synchronization. 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 supply planning standards, best practices, and methodologies. Drive consistency in supply planning processes across different regions and business units.
• Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate the Supply Chain Planning process to identify opportunities for improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency gains. Lead process redesign initiatives to enhance supply fulfillment, inventory turnover, and overall Supply Chain responsiveness.
• Strategic Alignment: Ensure that Supply Chain Planning activities align with the organization's strategic objectives and market dynamics. Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and communicate Supply Chain strategies and KPIs.
• Risk Management: Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies within the Supply Chain Planning process, including scenario analysis, supplier risk assessment, and contingency planning. Proactively address potential disruptions to Supply Chain operations.
• Technology Integration: Partner with IT teams to leverage advanced planning and optimization tools, such as Advanced Planning Systems (APS) and Supply Chain analytics platforms. Drive digital transformation initiatives to enhance planning capabilities.
• Performance Metrics: Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of the Supply Chain Planning process. Provide regular reporting and 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 supply planning capabilities across the organization.
• Change Management: Lead change management efforts associated with process improvements and technology implementations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful adoption of new processes and tools.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Procurement, Production, Logistics, and Finance, to gather input, align planning efforts, and drive successful project execution. Serve as the primary point of contact for Supply Chain Planning-process related inquiries.
• Innovation and Best Practices: Stay current with industry trends and emerging best practices in Supply Chain Planning and process optimization. Integrate innovative approaches to enhance planning 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.
• Develop and safeguard: AP’s Process Architecture / Framework, BPM Methods & Conventions, Governance
• 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 Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., APICS, Six Sigma) is advantageous.
• Experience: 8+ years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Planning, with a focus on global Supply Chain operations and process improvement initiatives.
• Experience working in Agriculture is a plus.

Knowledge/Skills

• Process Excellence: Proven track record of leading process improvement initiatives, implementing best practices, and optimizing Supply Chain Planning 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 planning systems (APS), Supply Chain analytics tools, and data-driven decision-making. 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 Supply Chain operations, market dynamics, and cultural nuances.
• Innovation Mindset: A commitment to fostering innovation and driving continuous improvement in Supply Chain Planning processes.

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 Supply Chain optimization enthusiast with a passion for shaping and improving global Supply Chain Planning initiatives, we invite you to apply for the role of Global Process Owner - Supply Chain Planning within our Global Process Excellence Team. This is a unique opportunity to lead transformative change, enhance Supply Chain efficiency, and drive innovation in our organization's planning 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.