Job Description

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.

What you can expect

The successful incumbent will be responsible for ensuring the registration and registration renewals of products in accordance with South African laws & regulations. Mitigation of risk of product lapses or de-registration's which would negatively impact on the business. Duties will include the following:

• Develop registration strategy for BASF crop protection portfolio, new products as well as renewals, maintenance and updates of registered products
• Devise, manage, prepare and submit registration dossiers for ZA and manage registration schedule through liaison with project team to achieve timeous registration that will generate new sales
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and pro-actively guide field trialists and crop teams on regulatory requirements for individual development projects including protocol planning for residue trials
• Represent interests of BASF on relevant CropLife working groups
• Budget for, and manage residue analyses that are critical for new product registration approvals resulting in sales growth for Agricultural Products
• Manage the Product Labels and ensure compliance with regulatory authorities
• Pro-actively identify opportunities for BASF products and also potential hurdles in registration process
• Manage and develop the Regulatory team
• Active participation in crop teams to ensure regulatory compliance of product development portfolio
• Develop and maintain a professional work relationship with regulatory authorities to ensure that the interests of BASF are upheld
• Ensure all product labels are kept up to date and compliant.
• Keep accurate records of up to date label information and communicate timeously any changes to labels to ensure compliance on labels of commercial product
• Maintain Registration timeline list and reporting to head office
• Drive and manage the Patent Defence process
• Manage product development process on a local level in coordination with technical manager
• Derive product development, re-registration and launch support needs (trials, protocol) and provide input to development of business cases
• Ensure the needed planning and implementation of the related project actions (e.g. trials, studies) for South Africa

What we expect

• A Bachelorxc2xb4s degree in Agriculture or Natural Sciences or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years relevant regulatory experience
• Experience managing a team and influencing across departments
• Registration with the South African council for Scientific Professions (SACNASP)
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with strong analytical, technical and entrepreneurial attitude
• Attention to detail with high ethical standards and integrity

We offer

Responsibility from day one in a challenging work environment and on-the-job training as part of a committed team. Competitive compensation including attractive benefits as well as excellent career opportunities in an international company.
BASF is an equal opportunity employer which we embrace diversity and the principles of employment equity.

Closing date: 29 August 2023

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A unique total offer: you@BASF

At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That's what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.

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Please note that we do not return paper applications including folders. Please submit copies only and no original documents.

Johannesburg, GT, ZA

BASF South Africa (Pty.) Ltd.

Research & Development

Permanent

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