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In the Coatings Division, we are focused on the development, production and marketing of a variety of coating solutions - from applied surface technologies to automotive paints. Working in global teams, we promote innovation, design and new applications in order to meet our partners' needs. This portfolio is complemented by "Beyond Paint Solutions", which enables new applications with innovative surfaces.

RESPONSIBILITIES

In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, including the chemical sector. As organizations strive to harness the transformative potential of AI, the demand for specialized roles that can bridge technology and business becomes critical. The global OEM Coatings Technology unit creates a new AI Project & Transformation Manager position which is designed to spearhead this initiative, ensuring that AI projects are not only effectively coordinated and executed but also aligned with the overarching goals of the organization.

• In this role, you are responsible for coordinating, piloting and managing AI projects within the company as well as with external partners. In this context, you additionally lead transformation activities within our global technology community.
• With your extensive knowledge of data architecture, coating domain expertise and business needs, you keep up to date with AI trends and suggest improvements to existing systems and workflows, identify opportunities for AI solutions and support proof of concept to verify the feasibility.
• Furthermore, you define project objectives, scope and success criteria for AI initiatives in collaboration with technical and business stakeholders and develop project plans and timelines as well as risk assessment and mitigation
• In addition, you are responsible for coordinating internal and external technical teams to ensure the successful implementation, test, deployment and maintenance of AI solutions as well as integration to surrounding digital platforms.
• You assess organizational readiness and identify potential barriers to change as well as develop and execute transformation strategies to drive adoption of new AI systems and processes.
• Last but not least, you are responsible for the design and delivery of training programs to enable employees to effectively use AI tools and technologies

QUALIFICATIONS

• formal qualification in coatings technology with several years of work experience
• foundational understanding of data management
• solid knowledge in Computer Science, AI frameworks and major AI technologies
• well experienced in project and transformation management as well as in coordinating global digitalization initiatives
• excellent communication at all levels, collaboration and problem-solving skills, enabling them to effectively engage with diverse teams and stakeholders across regions

BENEFITS

• We offer an attractive salary with lucrative individual benefits such as a performance-related bonus or a share program. Company-financed supplementary long-term care insurance, accident insurance under certain conditions and an attractive pension scheme provide comprehensive cover.
• We offer a wide range of local and global development and career opportunities for professional and personal development.
• At our location in Münster, we have our own fitness studio “Freizeit” with a physiotherapy practice, permanently employed company doctors, a company restaurant “Auszeit” including a café bar, a bilingual company daycare center “LackiKids” and a vacation program “LackiKids on Tour”.
• We have 30 vacation days/year (full-time), additional time off options and a 37.5-hour week.
• As a founding member of the Diversity Charter, BASF stands for diversity – we are proud of our Coatings employee networks WomenInCoatings, ColorPride@EC and CultiConnect.

ABOUT US

Do you have any questions about the application process or the position? Please reach out to: Julia Kilias (Talent Acquisition), julia.kilias@basf.com, Tel.:+49 30 2005-59139

First information about our application process can be found here: http://on.basf.com/applicationprocess.

Learn more about BASF Coatings GmbH at https://www.basf-coatings.com/global/en.html

At BASF, the chemistry is right.

Because 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.