We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Where the Chemistry Happens

We are seeking a talented professional like you to lead new business development and commercial account management activities within our Industrial business. In this role, you will be responsible for Key Account Management with existing accounts while prospecting for opportunities to develop new customers. You will work closely with our Technical Service, Marketing, and other functions to understand customer/market needs and translate them into profitable business for BASF.

As a Key Account Manager you create chemistry by…

• Your experience in Sales, Marketing, or Application Development in Polyurethanes Systems and Thermoplastic Polyurethane will serve you well as you develop and grow your territory.
• Responsible for Key Account Management and long-term relationship building with our customers while driving growth with new accounts.
• Leveraging your knowledge of value selling and negotiating, you will develop business proposals that will satisfy customer’s needs while maximizing our profitability.
• Demonstrating your abilities as a ‘team player’ will position you to quickly build your network with internal support functions and teams which are critical to your success.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Your formula for success…

• Education in business or a technical field combined with experience in polymer sales.
• Strong organizational skills to manage existing accounts, develop new business, and drive projects to close.
• Exceptional communication skills and a solid ability to negotiate and influence others.
• Strong ability to understand the product portfolio and chemistry will assist in recommending products based on the application need.
• Demonstrated success in growing sales in challenging markets will be a valued asset.

You @ BASF

At BASF you get more than just compensation, Medical & Dental. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Our Periodic Table of Benefits includes some additional perks below for starters…

• Flexible Work Arrangements whenever possible
• Retirement Benefits
• Maternity/Paternity Leave, Infertility & Adoption reimbursement
• Mentoring & Development Programs
• Employee Discounts
• Pet insurance
• Matching Donations to your favorite cause
• Access to our BASF Wine Cellar

What are you waiting for? Click Apply now to BELONG@BASF!!

BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. Will we never request personal or financial information of any kind via e-mail, private text message or direct message on any social media platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never offer a remote position and send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud.

BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $101,800- $127,300. Actual pay will be determine based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factor permitted by law.