Job ID: 144749

We are looking for a Portfolio Development Manager, Soy to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Research Triangle Park, NC.

The Portfolio Development Manager, Soy owns the development and implementation of portfolio plans for assigned soy, corn, and cotton products across Drive Countries. This role coordinates product positioning, claims, registration support, launch preparation, forecasting input, licensing opportunities, and life-cycle activities in alignment with the global Crop System strategy.

Welcome to BASF

We are BASF in Agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming, and the biggest job on Earth. We are an internationally successful company of the BASF Group. Our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and our other stakeholders along the value chain. With teams in the lab, field, office and in production, we do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture.

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Here you can gain more insight into our Vision at BASF Agricultural Solutions!

As a Portfolio Development Manager, Soy, you create chemistry by...

• Owning and implementing portfolio and product plans for assigned Soy Crop System products across Drive Countries, translating global strategy into positioning and market-specific development priorities. 
• Leading defined end-to-end product development and launch workstreams, coordinating target product profile, dossier and label support, value proposition, and launch toolbox with relevant functions and countries. 
• Developing cross-functional portfolio recommendations by combining market, customer, competitor, technical, regulatory, and P&L inputs into practical decisions within established strategy. 
• Owning life-cycle management plans for assigned products, coordinating re-registration, label extensions, active-ingredient defense, and risk mitigation. 
• Leading collaboration across Drive Countries and functions, aligning product messaging and positioning and ensuring agreed deliverables are completed. 
• Contributing expertise and continuous improvement, coaching colleagues and improving portfolio tools and processes

If you...

• Hold a Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Chemistry, Biology, Business, Marketing, or a related discipline; an advanced degree is preferred. 
• Have a minimum of 10 years of experience in crop protection, strategic marketing, product management, product development, or a related agricultural business function. 
• Have demonstrated ownership of product or portfolio plans, cross-functional projects, launches, or life-cycle initiatives. 
• Have demonstrated ability to work independently, organize resources and timelines, and influence stakeholders across functions or regions. 
• Have experience with registration support, product positioning, launch preparation, or third-party portfolio opportunities, preferred. 
• Possess advanced product and portfolio management knowledge across development, positioning, claims, and life-cycle management. 
• Have strong analytical judgment and the ability to translate market, technical, and regulatory information into practical recommendations. 
• Demonstrate strong cross-functional collaboration, communication, and stakeholder-influencing skills.

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

BASF Agricultural Solutions is a trusted partner to the agricultural industry, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that help farmers succeed across a wide range of cropping systems. Across North America, our teams work together to address some of agriculture's most important challenges while creating value for customers, communities, and the environment. At BASF, you'll find opportunities to grow your career, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make a meaningful impact through work that matters.

Find out more about our Agricultural Solutions team here. 

Our people are at the heart of everything, dedicated to delivering value for our customers every day.

By focusing on enabling our people today and in the future, we will ensure we have the talent and skills needed to succeed. 

United by the love of farming, we innovate, collaborate, and strive for the best solutions together, creating connections and driving success as one team. This is how we make an impact. For the love of farming, the biggest job on Earth.

Application

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