BASF · 12 hours ago
Zone Operations Manager - Automotive Refinish - Southeast
Georgia, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $175K/yr
7+ years expBASF is one of the largest chemical companies in North America, and they are seeking a Zone Operations Manager for their Automotive Refinish team in the Southeast. The Operations Manager will drive operational excellence by managing a team, overseeing deal creation processes, and supporting customer engagement and distributor relationships.
AgricultureChemicalIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingOil and GasProduct Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Leading, coaching, and mentoring Technical Representatives and Business Development Managers
Setting clear performance goals and providing ongoing feedback and development planning
Fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Managing deal creation and submission processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness
Overseeing internal financial requests, ensuring compliance with company policies and budgetary guidelines
Collaborating with internal stakeholders to optimize workflows, pricing, and promotional programs
Monitoring KPIs and implementing corrective actions to maintain operational efficiency
Supporting the Zone Sales Manager in maintaining strong distributor and customer relationships
Ensuring technical and business development teams are delivering superior customer experience
Engaging with end-users when necessary to resolve operational issues and strengthen brand loyalty
Analyzing operational data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
Preparing accurate reports on deal submissions, financial requests, and team performance
Ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations
Qualification
Required
a Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or related field
7+ years of experience in operations or sales support within automotive refinish or related industry
Proven track record of managing cross-functional teams and operational processes
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to travel within the region as required
Benefits
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!
Company
BASF
BASF is a manufacturing company that offers chemicals for industries such as construction and coatings, automotive, and various sectors.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$337.39MKey Investors
Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi)
2024-10-15Grant· $337.39M
2018-10-30Non Equity Assistance
2002-01-01IPO
Leadership Team
Carsten Weers
Vice President Logistics Procurement Maritime & Air Transportation, Tank Storage
Brian Standen
Global Head of Digital Innovation
Recent News
EIN Presswire
2026-02-03
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