Account Manager

Now hiring! Account Manager

 

Remote. Preferably Midwest Region.

We are looking for an Account Manager- Engineering Plastics to join our Performance Materials team.

 

Come create chemistry with us!

 

BASF’s Performance Materials Engineering Plastics division encompasses the entire materials know-how of BASF regarding innovative, customized plastics under one roof. Globally active in three key segment areas, the division has a strong portfolio of products and services combined with a deep understanding of application-oriented system solutions. Key drivers of profitability and growth are our close collaboration with customers and a clear focus on solutions. Strong capabilities in R&D provide the basis to develop innovative products and applications.

 

We are seeking a professional like you to lead the North American region for a globally strategic, high-volume and complex account, ensuring alignment with global objectives while being responsible for additional accounts as needed by the business.

As a Account Manager, you create chemistry by...

• Driving regional account growth and profitability by developing and executing strategic plans to achieve or surpass annual targets.
• Negotiating and finalizing customer contracts or business agreements (we do not always have contracts unless you believe others understand that technically processing a PO designates a contract) or business agreements—including pricing, service terms, and rebates—to maximize BASF’s value, balancing existing customer management with new business development.
• Establishing and nurturing strong relationships with key decision makers and influencers within accounts.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, such as marketing and technical, to launch new products and / or potential applications.
• Identifying and expanding profitable opportunities for existing products with current and / or potential customers.
• Supporting strategic decisions and future objectives related to your accounts.
• Communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating strong organizational awareness.
• Continuously seeking and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Sharing market and customer insights with relevant teams to refine strategies and prioritize innovation.
• Fostering partnerships by facilitating engagement between senior BASF and customer leaders.
• Taking ownership of accounts, mobilizing cross-functional teams as needed and advocating for customer needs with urgency.
• Up tp 50% travel

If you...

 

• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in related field
• Have excellent communication and organizational skills
• Are able to negotiate and influence others
• Have high energy and motivation to win in the market
• Current or past account management or business development experience preferred

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

 

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our