Sales & Operations Planner – West Africa at BASF.
Job Description
BASF West Africa Limited – At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. The employees in the BASF Group work on contributing to the success of our customers in nearly all sectors and almost every country in the world. Our portfolio is organized into five segments: Chemicals, Performance Products, Functional Materials & Solutions, Agricultural Solutions and Oil & Gas.
Responsibilities
- Monitor purchase orders for stock availability and manage technical procurement
- Track and report orders and shipments, ensuring Trade Control compliance
- Collaborate with Sales for effective supply and demand communication
- Manage Master Data, analyze dysfunctional stock, and classify items
- Optimize supply-demand scenarios, maintain an Inventory Dashboard, and generate reports
- Review inbound documentation, apply Free Zone processes, and coordinate clearance with 3PL
Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business Management
- Minimum of 5 years of work experience in demand planning, Supply Chain, or Logistics
- Solid experience in SAP (MM and SCI) and proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Strong analytical and interpretation abilities
- Strong knowledge of West Africa Import/Export processes.
