Supply Chain Planner

BASF’s Catalysts division is the global market leader in catalyst technologies. The division develops and produces mobile emissions catalysts as well as process catalysts and offers precious metals trading, recycling, and related products and services.

About the role

As a Supply Chain Planner on the Refining Supply Chain Team, you will develop production plans and manage raw material supply for the Savannah, GA site to ensure customer demand is met while optimizing plant performance, inventory levels, and supply chain efficiency. The position also supports raw material and operational planning for selected toll manufacturing locations and works closely with cross-functional stakeholders. You will report to the North America Supply Chain Planning Manager based in Attapulgus, GA.

Responsibilities

• Supply the Savannah plant with key raw materials in the most efficient and cost-effective manner while ensuring continuity of operations.
• Provide short- and long-term raw material forecasts to support procurement strategy and supplier negotiations.
• Facilitate Management of Change (MOC) processes related to new suppliers, materials, and supply chain initiatives.
• Manage raw material supply and coordinate planning activities for selected toll manufacturing locations.
• Order packaging materials to support customer demand and ensure timely fulfillment of outbound orders.
• Monitor supplier and carrier performance, identify service issues, and initiate NCMs as needed to maintain high service levels.
• Support monthly close activities as a key member of the closing team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field, and/or 3-5 years of relevant professional experience, or a high school diploma with 5+ years of relevant supply chain experience.
• Strong customer-focused mindset supporting both internal stakeholders and external customers.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Product Management, Operations, Quality/Regulatory, Procurement, and the broader Supply Chain team.
• Strong analytical capabilities to evaluate KPI trends, identify improvement opportunities, and support strategic supply chain and operational decision-making.
• Technical expertise in SAP, Cobalt, and other business systems, along with advanced skills in data analysis, database management, and spreadsheet applications.

Benefits

• 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.
• Matching gifts program for contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for unexpected events.
• Access to BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and more.

About Us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America, BASF has been finding solutions for everyday needs and addressing complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years. We empower our employees with the tools, guidance, and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life.