Opportunities Available at BASF

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overall responsibility for the profitability including sales, cost control, and the efficient operational running of the Johannesburg region
• Monitor and control the sales team, ensuring they meet sales targets and objectives 
• Provide leadership and management to direct reports through effective objective setting, delegation, and communication
• Provide guidance and support to the sales representatives, including advising on pricing and quotation strategies 
• Manage customer allocations and ensure efficient customer segmentation 
• Oversee sales reports and customer analysis to identify trends and opportunities 
• Foster strong customer relationships, addressing grievances and ensuring exceptional service delivery 
• Collaborate with the Technical department to resolve customer and technical issues 
• Have regular one-on-one meetings with the reps to discuss their portfolios
• Ensure reps and techs are aware of new products/technologies
• Strategize and develop effective sales plans to drive revenue growth 
• Chase up all outstanding debtors to collect monies owing. 
• Foster healthy relations with CRM
• Draft/Compile and manage rebate agreements and supply agreements.
• Implement and enforce company policies, procedures, and compliance standards 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Business Management/Sales or related field. 
• Minimum 5 years of sales leadership experience in the Coatings Services industry
• Minimum 5 years of team management experience
• Strong market knowledge of the industry
• Extensive knowledge of refinish technology and technical requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer skills
• Fluent in English (written and oral)
• Strong problem-solving and conflict management abilities

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RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operations and efficient management of our warehouse facility.

Duties will include the following:

• Warehouse Management and Inventory Control
• Monitor cold room temperatures using the Digital Monitoring System and report non-conformances
• Clear hazardous and recyclable waste and monitor waste levels in designated storage zones
• Ensure calibration of all Supply Chain scales and servicing of material handling equipment
• Maintain faultless document control related to incoming and outgoing logistics
• Palletize and store goods according to BASF AS SOP, and in line with GMP
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in line with 6S principles.
• Contribute actively to process improvements
• Staging of inventory ahead of production shift
• Conduct inventory counts

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Warehousing/Supply Chain or equivalent
• Previous experience in a world-class warehousing environment is preferred
• Understanding of hazardous chemical management is desirable
• Valid forklift license is required
• Lean Manufacturing experience is an advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and ability to learn new applications/automated systems
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently

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RESPONSIBILITIES

• Select and manage external growers and rental areas, providing consultation and guidance to support their production activities in reproducing seeds
• Assist with all aspects of seed production, including soil preparation, harvest, and post-harvest threshing and pre-cleaning activities
• Supervise workers and rouging crews to ensure efficient and effective production processes
• Provide high-level support in developing, improving, and implementing new seed production technology and expertise in crop management for the region
• Take responsibility for meeting production goals, including yield and quality, through planning and development, grower relations, field inspection, and accurate record-keeping
• Identify and address challenges in production, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement in agronomy, field selection, logistics, and quality management
• Evaluate and analyze nicking trials to enhance seed production processes 
• Actively participate in the development of global and regional crop protocols, contributing to the cost of cultivation analysis
• Work with 3rd party seed companies to ensure delivery of the required amount of seeds at the highest possible standard

QUALIFICATIONS

• Agricultural Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Sciences, Agricultural Management, or Agronomy
• Experience in vegetable seed production, preferably with expertise in hand pollination for Artichoke seed production
• Knowledge of seed-specific field agronomics for crops like Artichoke, Onion, Carrot, and Lettuce
• Familiarity with hand pollination methods and the ability to identify off-types based on plant traits
• Understanding of seed processing technologies
• Ability to obtain accreditations such as Seed Inspector (SANSOR), Pesticide (AVCASA), Fertilizer (BASOS), and Phytosanitary Field Inspector (SANSOR)
• Proficiency in MS Office and general computer literacy
• Competence in operating various farm machinery
• Physical capability to safely lift weights up to 25 kg