Job description

Chemetall, part of BASF.

A chemical structure is only as strong as the bonds between the molecules. At Chemetall/BASF, the strength of the bonds lies not just in the chemicals but is also mirrored in the links forged between the global companies and employees of the Chemetall/BASF world.

We are a company with highly qualified talent, who give their contribution each and every day across the different sectors to make the Chemetall/BASF difference. We demonstrate uncompromising ethics and appreciation for our employees, as well as respect for the environment. Chemetall/BASF is a leading specialty chemical company whose quality, innovation, and service exceed the expectations of our customers.

Formula for Success:

Portfolio Management

• Support product managers with the overall management of NA product portfolio
• Management of Training records for auditing
• Support product managers in the development of Product Performance Reviews in collaboration with Reg Marketing Managers
• Product blocks in SAP based on discontinuations initiated by product managers
• Support product managers and Regional marketing managers with industry specific product approvals
• Support product portfolio harmonization activities for the regional and global teams
• Review and support product(s) specifications and requirements
• Support portfolio harmonization for efficiency

Product Management

• Support product managers with KPI tracking for new products introduced.
• Manage discontinuation process of products Timely follow-up with all key stakeholders for launch related activities.
• Support product managers with product compliance related topics, working closely with quality.
• Support product managers with pricing updates
• Support product managers in steering product compliance

Product Launch

• Support product managers with cost analysis regarding new R&D opportunities.
• Launch progress monitoring
• Support product managers regarding management of slow-moving products
• Sample request for new product initiatives – trials, beta site testing
• Support PM in providing product cost to support pricing strategy
• Maintain the pricing methodology
• Support PM in managing portfolio/article harmonization in conjunction with the countries

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ or Technical degree: Engineer, Chemistry or Business Administration preferred
• Intermediate Excel skills (Preferred advanced)
• Chemical Industry background preferred, knowledge of pre-treatment chemistry is plus
• Intermediate to advanced SAP skills
• Data driven with project management skills
• Analytical skills
• Organizational awareness
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Prioritization skills
• Strategic thinking skills
• Team player and solution oriented
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application Question(s):

• Will you require sponsorship now or in the future from your employer? Please answer YES or NO.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Product Management: 2 years (Preferred)
• Product Launch: 2 years (Preferred)
• Conducting Technical Product Trainings: 2 years (Preferred)
• Tracking KPIs: 2 years (Preferred)
• Pricing Strategies: 2 years (Preferred)
• Product Cost Analysis: 2 years (Preferred)
• Presentation: 2 years (Preferred)
• Excel (MACRO/Pivot Tables/V&H Lookups): 2 years (Preferred)
• Chemical Engineering: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New Providence, NJ 07974

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