[Job Vacancy] BASF West Africa Limited Management Trainee Program 2023

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BASF West Africa Limited – We are the world’s leading chemical company because we offer intelligent solutions for our customers and for a sustainable future. We link and develop people with diverse talents all over the world. For you, this means a variety of ways to advance. Not only your performance, but also your personality matter to us. At BASF, careers develop from opportunities.

BASF’s regional division EMEA Europe, Middle East, Emerging Europe and Africa. BASF operates in more than 50 countries in the region. For BASF the EMEA region is our most important market.

Applications are invited for:

Title: Management Trainee – Business Development (Oil & Gas)

JOB ID: 84195Location: LagosJob Field: Marketing & SalesJob Conditions: Temporary

What You Can ExpectThe successful incumbent will be responsible for providing tailor-made commercial support to assigned customers within the Oil and gas BU. Prepare and contribute towards customer concepts, identifying and develop new sales opportunities. Duties will include the following:

Self; on-the job; peer-to-peer learning of BASF Oil and Gas portfolio, applications and industry
Familiarise with customers, processes, internal & external stakeholders relating to the business
On-time reporting of customer and industry related activities
Work closely with and gain on-the-job experience from Technical and Account Managers in the region
Identifies the requirements of the customer and adjusts systems/applications accordingly
Effectively communicate relevant technical issues with Technical/Account Manager
Report customer visits, product development status and product trials
Ensure proper handling of ‘off spec material’
Assist in managing obsolete and problem stock
Collect and analyse relevant market Information to develop market intelligence
Support the introduction of new applications to the market
Follow Project Management principles and Quality Management procedures
Adhere to and comply with all BASF guidelines and procedures
Ensure all requirements of the function are carried out timeously and effectively within the business unit
Commit to and in accordance to the BASF Values and Principles
Enters sample requests via ‘LIVE’

What We Expect

University qualification in a Technical or Scientific field (Oil refining & Petrochemical preferred)
Minimum of 2 years experience working in development and utilization within Oil & Gas industry
Efficient ‘farming’ capabilities for maintaining existing and established business
Skills in identifying growth and business development opportunities
Project management skills
Microsoft Office and SAP
Presentation skills.
Driver’s License (Mandatory).
Willingness and ability to travel
Strong communication (verbal and written) and negotiation skills

We Offer

Responsibility from day one in a challenging work environment and on-the-job training as part of a commit-ted team. Competitive compensation including attractive benefits as well as excellent career opportunities in an international company.

How to ApplyInterested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Application Deadline  28th February, 2023.