Account Manager - Mining Solutions at BASF

HAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Lead and manage BASF’s Hydromet and Flotation product portfolio across Sub Saharan Africa, driving strategic growth, supporting technical implementation, and ensuring strong customer engagement across targeted mining operations
• Build and maintain long-term, high value relationships with key stakeholders in customer organizations, ensuring BASF leadership is connected to active stakeholders within the customer structures
• Engage directly with customers to understand their operational needs, expectations, and business goals, aligning BASF Mining Solutions to deliver tailored value
• Identify and pursue new growth opportunities within existing accounts by leveraging BASF’s established Mining Solutions footprint 
• Develop and execute strategic account plans, mapping customer structures and decision making processes to drive customer satisfaction and business expansion Work closely with the Head of Sales, Technical teams, and broader business support functions across regions where customers operate 
• Provide insights into market trends, competitive activity, and customer feedback to inform product development and marketing strategies 
• Track and evaluate account performance, ensuring delivery on customer commitments and alignment with business objectives 
• Prepare and present regular reports on account status, customer engagements, opportunities, risks, and key developments

WHAT YOU OFFER

• University degree required—preferably in Chemistry, Metallurgy, Chemical/Mining Engineering or relevant business studies
• Minimum of 3 years of direct experience in the mineral processing industry, including commercial or business dveelopment experience at multiple sites/operations
• Proficiency in PMM, Salesforce, and MS Office 
• Strong commercial skills and experience in selling Mining Solutions, particularly in solvent extraction and flotation
• Excellent organizational, communication, and networking skills
• Self-driven with a customer-focus mindset