OEM Technical Project Manager - OEM's

BASF’s Coatings division is a global expert in the development, production and marketing of innovative and sustainable automotive OEM and refinish coatings. R eporting to the Director of Global Key Accounts for GM/Ford. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the Director of Global American Accounts of Global Technical / Engineering projects and submissions for a key American Account. This project management role involves coordination with our BASF Technical organization and OEM customers throughout North America and other regions.

The role requires a moderate to advanced degree of technical, commercial, and business acumen necessitating working across multiple hierarchies both inside BASF and with our OEM customers. We look for you to be a self-starter with strong organizational / communication and analytical skills. The role will also require a moderate degree of long-term strategic thinking. This role will be primarily on site at our Southfield, MI Coatings Research Center.

What you'll be doing:

• Being the key contact for Customer Material Engineering and Product Development teams in North America and globally.
• Leading and supporting global technology approvals with customers to ensure cost targets and timelines are met.
• Managing and prioritizing lab projects (R&D and customization) through digital tools, driving cost targets in North America and across regions.
• Driving and supporting profitable growth through continuous improvement, implementing cost savings on existing products, and providing direction as the Voice of the Customer for development and innovation projects.
• Working closely with operations to prioritize and execute efficient projects.
• Supporting paint shop launches and troubleshooting projects both internally and externally.
• Identifying key business risks, proposing mitigation measures, and uncovering opportunities to manage BASF’s risk related to current and future materials and technical advancements.
• Leading a small team and fostering the development of its members.

If you...

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a scientific or business discipline and have 5-10 years relevant expertise, or you have 8+ years relevant epertise and a college degree
• Have 5 or more years of experience in Coatings
• Bring leadership experience (Preffered)
• Possess technical acumen for understanding coatings formulations and Customer Engineering Tests
• Excel at responding to and resolving problems with a strong customer focus and analytical thinking
• Build relationships through team leadership and collaboration
• Demonstrate project management skills including communication, presentation, and meeting facilitation
• Take initiative and act with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Apply business and financial acumen effectively

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.

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