Now hiring! Local Sr. Specialist, Product Development (Watermelons)

We are looking for a Local Specialist, Product Development to join our Agricultural Solutions team supporting our BASF | Nunhems Vegetable Seeds business. This role is a field based position based in the Southeastern US, preferably in Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, or Florida.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF's Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental, and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

As a Local Specialist in Product Development, you will leverage local market, customer, and crop expertise to design and execute impactful, customized trial plans aligned with the crop strategy and in coordination with the Regional Specialist in Product Development. This position assists in training local teams to ensure high-quality trial execution, data collection, and customer feedback. It also supports variety positioning and value proposition development through rigorous analysis and technical insights. Additionally, you will drive the creation of innovative growing concepts and act as a trusted technical advisor to both internal teams and key customers.

As a Local Sr. Specialist, Product Development (Watermelons), you create chemistry by...

• Defining variety value propositions and positioning by translating field and digital insights into actionable knowledge tailored to key customers and markets.
• Coordinating local trial plans in collaboration with the Regional Specialist Product Development to ensure impactful, efficient, and customized trials.
• Capturing, analyzing, and presenting high-quality data and customer feedback to support evaluations, proposals, and strategic decisions.
• Identifying market opportunities and trends by collaborating with local and regional stakeholders to shape proactive action plans.
• Providing expert technical support to sales and customer service teams, acting as a trusted reference for BASF Vegetables and Seeds varieties.
• Traveling locally and regionally up to 30% overnight, with occasional international trips, to support field activities and customer engagement.

If you...

• Have a bachelor's degree (preferred) and 2+ years of relevant experience; or an advanced degree and no additional years of experience; or a high school diploma and 6+ years of relevant experience
• Exhibit a solid understanding of the local market and the ability to identify trends and opportunities
• Maintain a results-oriented focus with an emphasis on driving impact
• Be commercially aware, with a talent for identifying business potential
• Have hands-on experience in setting up and managing agricultural trials
• Hold deep agronomic knowledge relevant to the crops you'll be working with
• Are familiar with productivity tools, as well as possessing a working knowledge of statistics and databases
• Have the capability to analyze and interpret data to support decision-making
• Be proficient in English; Spanish is a plus
• Are able to travel up to 30%, domestically and at times internationally

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It's what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees' overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• 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 that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

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