WELCOME TO BASF

At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. More than 111,000 employees in the BASF Group contribute to the success of our customers in nearly all sectors and almost every country in the world. Our portfolio is organized into six segments: Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, Surface Technologies, Nutrition & Care and Agricultural Solutions.

BASF's production and office locations in Norway are predominantly part of the Nutrition & Care segment, producing and selling highly concentrated Omega-3 products worldwide.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

We are seeking a new colleague to lead our global sales organization, based in Oslo. As Head of Sales & New Business Development for Omega-3 your responsibilities will include:

Coach and lead team of several account managers for both Pharmaceutical- and Nutrition Omega-3 applications globally.
Leading the Global Marketing and New Business Development activities; development & implementation of strategic initiatives with aim of growing the business beyond current activities.
Engage as Global Key Account Manager directly with multiple international customers across the world; manage relationships and lead negotiations.
Close collaboration with Global Commercial & Technical Product Managers, Controlling, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, Quality, and Production Sites to prioritize business activities and drive new projects.

WHAT YOU OFFER

The ideal candidate will be degree-qualified with extensive and relevant experience in Pharmaceutical and/or Nutraceutical industry and Sales. Experience required:

Education: PhD in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy or similar, or MBA or similar.
Sales: Extensive experience in sales and key account management, ideally in the Pharmaceutical or Nutraceutical industry.
High degree of strategic thinking, analytical thinking as well as good project management skills.
Excellent negotiation skills and high customer focus.
Experience leading large diverse teams across different time zones and cultures.
Language: Strong Business English a prerequisite; Norwegian considered a plus.
Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis is a prerequisite.

WHAT WE OFFER

Responsibility from day one in a challenging work environment as part of a committed team. We offer a comprehensive package with an attractive salary and bonus and provide the autonomy and support infrastructure needed to excel in this role.

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 actively promote an inclusive work environment.

We will assess applications and recruit on an ongoing basis.

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