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Now hiring! Autofroth Equipment & Parts Mgr
Central, SC
We are looking for a Parts and Equipment Manager -Autofroth to join our Performance Materials team in Central, SC.
Come create chemistry with us!
The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the much-needed sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction.These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness and lightweight applications.
The Parts and Equipment Manager is a member of the Autofroth business Leadership Team within the Polyurethanes Systems business. In this role, you will lead a team of equipment and customer service professionals with direct authority and budget responsibility, and collaborate closely with Autofroth sales, marketing, and technical professionals to drive business for Autofroth applications.
As a Autofroth Equipment & Parts Mgr, you create chemistry by...
- Developing and leading current and future equipment strategies for the Autofroth business, directing technical activities to support customer requirements and the overall business strategy.
- Applying strong leadership skills by guiding, developing, and supporting the Parts and Equipment Team through clear direction, aligned expectations, and a shared commitment to results.
- Setting priorities and balancing workloads based on business objectives and customer needs, enabling the team to remain focused, organized, and effective.
- Collaborating with Field Technical Service, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Operations, and Technical Development to ensure customer needs are clearly understood and met.
- Engaging directly with key customers to understand equipment needs, address requirements, and support troubleshooting efforts as needed.
- Managing the delegated procurement process for Autofroth parts and equipment, including vendor selection, price negotiation, and inventory management.
- Driving innovation and continuous improvement within equipment and service offerings, including the development of new technologies and support of new equipment launches.
- Building a broad understanding of the Autofroth® business, including supply chain and operations, to ensure seamless customer support and strong alignment within the business and supporting functions.
If you have...
- Bachelors Degree or equivalent of 5 years of experience
- 7 years of related experience required
- Knowledge of polyurethane processing and equipment, polyurethane systems knowledge and troubleshooting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, email, and web-based platforms, SAP experience preferred, Order to Cash experience a plus
- Mechanical inclination and able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Commitment to workplace safety, ensuring compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) and ISO standards
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 BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!
About us
As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!
At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.
Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF
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Equal employment opportunities
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.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.