Senior Solution Designer, Procurement – Next Generation (m/f/d)

Job title:

Senior Solution Designer, Procurement – Next Generation (m/f/d)

Company:

BASF

Job description

ABOUT USAt BASF Digital Hub Madrid we develop innovative digital solutions for BASF, create new exciting customer experiences and business growth, and drive efficiencies in processes, helping to strengthen BASF´s position as the digital leader in the chemical industry. We believe the right path is through creativity, trial and error and great people working and learning together. Become part of our team and develop the future with us – in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities.The Procurement Next Generation product team in the Procurement Product Family, provides digital and core SAP solutions to fulfil the requirements from BASF companies globally.
The main objectives of a Senior Solution Designer are to effectively bridge the gap between business and technical aspects of the organization by understanding and challenging business requirements, while delivering innovative, customer-centric solutions that align with BASF’s strategic goals and standardized frameworks. This role also aims to foster collaboration among stakeholders and drive the implementation of cutting-edge digital solutions to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Bridge the gap between business and technical sides of an organization with a profound knowledge of existing solutions and an overview of technology and interfaces.
• Understand and challenge business requirements, processes, and customer needs, adding value to solutions and matching them with existing tools and technologies.
• Analyzing business requirement, Fit-Gap analysis, gap closure and solution design
• Support build and implementation activities with functional testing, support user acceptance test including error handling, cutover and post go-live support
• Collaborate with stakeholders and deliver as-is analysis, solution proposals, cost estimates and project plans.
• Focus on designing, re-designing or improving processes, gathering and challenging business and technical requirements and closely collaborating with IBPs and Software Engineers.
• Support the definition of the product strategy, challenge existing processes and ways of working, focusing on innovation and cutting-edge solutions. It is expected that all tasks will be performed according to the standardized BASF guidelines and framework, such as Project Lifecycle, Global Release Management and GSKC; as well as agile new methods (such as scrum/Kanban) consistently.
• Able to communicate complex contexts convincingly to the stakeholders within BASF and build stable relationships.
• In the digitalization/innovation aspect, act as a Global representative of BASF Digital community, supporting BASF Digital roadmap, helping GDS to identify, execute and implement customer-centric digital solutions in an actionable and measurable way.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

• Bachelor’s degree in Business IT, Business Economics, Business SCM, Information Science
• In addition to the respective native language, (very) good command of written and spoken English
• 5+ years of experience in process design, process management, or process improvement, ideally within Procurement
• Solid experience with SAP P2P processes, including hands-on knowledge of SAP MM and FI modules.
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end procurement processes, compliance, and operational best practices.
• S/4HANA implementation and roll-out experience
• Integration experience with other SAP modules such as Finance, Sales and Distribution, Manufacturing and Planning, Plant Maintenance
• Excellent English communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills in an international team combined with a very high level of customer orientation.
• Well-developed proactive and self-driven character.
• High sense of responsibility to have conflict awareness and management skills.
• Ability to prioritize work based on business priorities, and to identify and resolve potential conflicts.

NICE TO HAVE

• Proficient in R/3 and S/4HANA upgrade activities.
• SAP S/4HANA Certified Associate Sourcing and Procurement
• Experience with test script creation (SXP) and test automation tools. Internal
• Knowledge of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Work Request process as a SPOC.
• Experiencing Agile way of working or agile implementation approach.
• Strong Digital mindset to accelerate BASF Digitalization transformation journey.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A secure work environment because your health, safety and wellbeing is always our top priority.
• Flexible work schedule and Home-office options, so that you can balance your working life and private life.
• Learning and development opportunities
• 23 holiday days per year
• 5 additional days (readjustment)
• 2 cultural days
• A collaborative, trustful and innovative work environment
• Being part of an international team and work in global projects
• Relocation assistance to Madrid provided

At BASF, the chemistry is rightBecause we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us – in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.HOW TO REACH USIf you’re interested in the position or know someone who might be and need support on how to take next steps, please contact Maria Alvarez Yago (maria.alvarez@basf.com)A unique total offer: you@BASFAt BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.A unique total offer: you@BASFAt BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.Discover the world of BASF and develop data solutions for the Chemistry 4.0 era – for a sustainable future. Help drive the digital transformation of the chemical industry by harnessing the potential of the latest data science technologies and data sources.About BASFFind out what BASF has to offer as an employer and why you should join our team.Your applicationHere you find anything you need to know about your application and the application process.Contact usYou have questions about your application or on how to apply in Europe? The BASF Talent Acquisition Europe team is glad to assist you.Please note that we do not return paper applications including folders. Please submit copies only and no original documents.Madrid, ESBASF Digital Solutions S.L.Information Technology & ServicesPermanent125467ATS_WCMS_WEBFORM

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Location

Madrid

Job date

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 22:08:44 GMT

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