About BASF
We are the world’s leading chemical company, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. Our broad portfolio ranges from Agriculture, Performance Materials, Health & Nutrition, Chemicals, Coatings to Energy & Resources.
We are proud of our strong history of innovation. Every day, our global team of over 112,000 individuals work together to turn visions for sustainable solutions into reality by connecting with one another and sharing our knowledge.
We are looking for a strategic and innovative leader to join our BASF – ANZ Agricultural Solutions team as the Head of Marketing.
Formula for Success
As Head of Marketing, you will lead the development and execution of comprehensive marketing strategies across Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). Your primary focus will be on driving portfolio growth, expanding market presence, and supporting long-term business success, all while ensuring alignment with our global and regional objectives.
Main Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a high-performing marketing team while promoting a culture of excellence and supporting organizational talent development aligned with corporate HR policies.
- Lead the design and evolution of a compelling product portfolio for ANZ that aligns with customer needs and achieves financial and strategic goals.
- Develop and recommend strategic initiatives and lifecycle management (LCM) projects to support a competitive and sustainable product portfolio.
- Shape and execute long-term launch strategies, preparing 2–3 years in advance to ensure effective pricing, value propositions, and cross-functional alignment.
- Oversee the annual budgeting process and ensure strategic pricing and profitability align with business objectives.
Ingredients for Success
To excel in this role, you will possess outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills, along with the ability to lead through complex matrix structures and navigate change and ambiguity.
Additionally, you will bring with you:
- Undergraduate degree in Business, Science, Agriculture, or a related field, with a postgraduate degree in marketing or business.
- Over 5 years of experience in marketing or business management, including team leadership.
- Proficiency in marketing strategy and commercialization, covering product management, financial analysis, new business development, and product launches.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, combined with strategic thinking, commercial acumen, and proficiency in consumer insights and market trends.
What we can offer you
At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements to suit each one of our global team. By creating chemistry with us, you can look forward to:
- A diverse and inclusive environment, with an open and fair internal promotion process
- A competitive parental leave policy, regardless of gender, and a supportive return to work plan
- Give back to your community with our corporate volunteering scheme
- 4 weeks annual leave, with the offer to purchase additional leave throughout the year
- Opportunities to apply for international assignments – the perks of a global business!
- Enjoy a contemporary workspace with collaborative areas, breakfast and fresh fruit provided, and recreational amenities including table tennis and a pool table.
Connect to Create Chemistry
If you’d like to join a diverse global business and create chemistry for a sustainable future, we want to hear from you!
Click ‘apply’ below. Applications close on Tuesday 1st July, however apply as soon as possible as we may progress sooner.
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