Job Description

WELCOME TO BASF
BASF plc is a subsidiary of BASF SE, marketing a wide range of BASF products in the UK. These include agricultural solutions, automotive refinish paints, acrylic monomers, fine chemicals, intermediate chemicals, speciality chemicals, dispersions, and plastics.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
In this role, you will be the focal point for all procurement topics ensuring that the purchasing needs of technical goods and services for the sites within the UK area are met. Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities, from processing SAP purchase requisitions to preparing, executing, and evaluating tenders up to EUR75K, as well as negotiating, awarding, and implementing local contracts (S2C).
• Implement global and regional procurement strategies, while developing tailored approaches for local categories.
• Build strong supplier relationships, covering identification, qualification, performance management, and onboarding with agreed terms and conditions.
• Act as the critical link between BASF's global procurement organisation and local site needs, fostering productive stakeholder relationships.
• Drive cost savings and process efficiencies, challenging spending and promoting standard tools, processes, and best practices across the region, in line with corporate governance.
• Support global projects with local procurement expertise.

WHAT YOU OFFER

• Professional purchasing qualification (e.g., CIPS) or significant strategic buying experience in technical/indirect procurement, including site services, engineering, maintenance, or HR.
• Strong stakeholder management capability with the ability to collaborate, influence, and build effective relationships across all levels and regions.
• Solid systems competence, including SAP R/3 Cobalt or SAP S/4HANA, plus excellent MS Office skills.
• Proven ability to manage workload independently, prioritize effectively, multitask, and operate with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills (fluency in English required), along with strong commercial and contract negotiation capabilities.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally Europe; a valid UK driving licence is preferred.

WHAT WE OFFER
At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future.
We offer a total package which includes:

• Attractive salary
• Bonus
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company share scheme
• Private healthcare
• Life insurance
• On the job training

We also understand the value of flexible working, therefore whenever possible we are happy to discuss options that both fit with the requirements of the role and allow the best work life balance for our employees.
We believe that diversity and inclusion make the difference. Only when people with diverse backgrounds come together, contribute their various experiences and attitudes, and look at challenges from different perspectives, will creative innovations and ground-breaking solutions be created. We celebrate diversity and we actively promote an inclusive work environment. In the UK we have an active Diversity & Inclusion Strategy Action Group and work closely with external partner Inclusive Employers. We are an equal opportunities employer. All employment decisions shall be made without regard or reference to age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status and other protected characteristics. For more information please visit:
Location: Hybrid working based in North West UK, with ideally 2 days per week in the office (Stockport).
Closing Date: 16.02.2026
ABOUT US
Since 1880, BASF has been a cornerstone of industry in the UK. With locations spanning from Littlehampton on England's South Coast to Callanish on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland, our presence is truly nationwide. Our UK headquarters in Stockport, Greater Manchester, is the hub for our dedicated sales and services teams.
From our manufacturing sites across the UK, we supply essential raw materials to a diverse range of industries, including agriculture, automotive, chemicals, construction, energy, and pharmaceuticals.
Discover more about our incredible BASF UK team and their contributions to innovation and sustainability here:
At BASF, our culture is driven by strong core values and winning behaviors. We foster innovation, collaboration, and empower every team member to contribute to our success. Explore Our Winning Behaviors & Our Values to see how we create a dynamic and inclusive workplace.
A unique total offer: you@BASF
At BASF you get more than just compensation. 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. Click here to learn more.
A unique total offer: you@BASF
At BASF you get more than just compensation. 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. Click here to learn more.
We aim to form the best team by bringing together people with unique backgrounds, experiences and points of view. Our differences make us stronger and more vibrant. And an open, creative and supportive work environment inspires us to achieve exceptional results.
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Stockport, GB
BASF plc
Procurement
Permanent
132873
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