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We are an internationally successful company of the BASF Group. Our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and our other stakeholders along the value chain. With teams in the lab, field, office and in production, we do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture.\n#ForTheLoveOfFarming#TheBiggestJobOnEarth#AgEmployerOfChoice\nHere you can gain more insight into our Vision at BASF Agricultural Solutions!\nWHAT YOU CAN EXPECT\nWe in Agricultural Solutions are preparing to be an independent, pure-play agricultural company within BASF group. To be ready for independence, we are looking for you to join us in our new Corporate roles (see here: Build Your Career on Our Standalone Transformation).\nIn your new position, you support the procurement of a broad range of global IT categories, including Software, SaaS, Cloud, Infrastructure, Telecommunications, and IT Services. By translating business requirements into sourcing activities, you ensure the efficient, compliant, and cost-effective delivery of IT solutions across the organization. \nYou manage operational sourcing and purchasing activities from RFx processes and supplier evaluations to purchase order creation, contract administration, and invoice-related topics. In doing so, you ensure smooth procurement operations and contribute to the achievement of cost and efficiency targets. \nCollaboration is key! Acting as a trusted partner for internal stakeholders, you gather procurement requirements, provide guidance on sourcing processes, and work closely with colleagues from IT, Finance, Legal, Accounts Payable, and Vendor Management to deliver the best procurement outcomes. \nTogether with suppliers and procurement colleagues across the globe, you support supplier onboarding, monitor supplier performance, resolve operational challenges, and contribute to building strong and sustainable supplier relationships. \nYou maintain procurement and contract data, monitor renewals and commercial terms, identify optimization opportunities, and support the continuous improvement of procurement processes, tools, and compliance standards. \nYou conduct market research and analyze supplier landscapes, pricing developments, and emerging technology trends to support sourcing decisions and contribute to category strategy discussions.\nWHAT YOU OFFER\nsuccessfully completed degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Economics, Engineering, or a comparable field \nrelevant professional experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain management, IT, business administration, or a related area, ideally in an international or multinational environment \nstrong interest in technology-related procurement categories such as Software, SaaS, Cloud, Infrastructure, Telecommunications, or IT Services, combined with a willingness to continuously learn and develop category expertise \nexperience with procurement or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Coupa, Jaggaer) and confident use of MS Office applications, particularly Excel and data analysis tools \nproven digital and AI focus with the ability to leverage modern technologies and digital procurement solutions \nexcellent English communication skills, strong analytical thinking, customer orientation, and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and suppliers in an international environment \nproactive and structured working style combined with attention to detail, problem-solving capabilities, and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality results \nWHAT WE OFFER\nA dynamic work environment that empowers you to contribute your ideas, take ownership, and assume responsibility. \nA strong focus on continuous learning, modern technologies, and the responsible use of artificial intelligence, enabling us to work in a future-oriented, efficient, and sustainable way while actively driving innovation. \nA secure work environment because your health, safety and wellbeing are always our top priority. \nLearning opportunities for your professional and personal development. \nCareer paths as professional development into other roles within the company. \nHOW TO REACH US\nIsabel Maisack () will be happy to answer your questions for this position.\nABOUT US\nFind out more about BASF Agricultural Solutions here.\nDiversity is our greatest strength!\nBecome a part of our winning formula for success and develop the future with us - 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