Logistics Coordinator

Savannah, GA

We are looking for a Logistics Coordinator to join our Performance Chemicals team in Savannah, GA.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Catalysts division is the global market leader in catalyst technologies. The division develops and produces mobile emissions catalysts as well as process catalysts and offers precious metals trading, recycling and related products and services.

As a Logistics Coordinator, you will be responsible for creating uniquely tailored blends to meet the diverse requirements of Refining Catalysts' global customers. You will collaborate closely with the Quality Department across various sites and Product Management to address specific needs. Additionally, you will engage daily with the Logistics Supervisor, Production Planner, and Supply Chain Clerk to maintain and coordinate schedules, ensuring that the Operations Team has the necessary information and documentation.

• Issue daily work instructions detailing blending and shipping plans and provide off-shift guidance for supervisors and operators.
• Monitor inventories of all component materials to maintain adequate levels for blending activities, ensuring SAP reflects the physical inventory
• Lead and coordinate blending activities at both strategic and tactical levels. Strategically, ensure that Product Management’s requirements for blend compositions and each customer are met. Tactically, ensure that preliminary blends are completed in a timely manner to schedule shipping equipment.
• Ensure that blend compositions account for quality variances, component availability issues, and logistical requirements within the shipping schedule.

• Optimize component location by issuing rail switch instructions as needed.
• Coordinate with both sister sites and the third-party logistics (3PL) warehouse to oversee product transfers and the drayage of containers.

• Possess a minimum of five years of experience in a manufacturing, logistics, or quality‑focused environment with a high school diploma or equivalent, or hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field with limited experience.

• Hold experience in the refining industry, with such background considered strongly preferred.
• Exhibit the ability to work independently under broad objectives with minimal guidance, along with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate effective leadership capabilities with an emphasis on relationship building and strong interpersonal skills.
• Command proficiency in SAP PPM, MS Office, and other Yard Management Systems (YMS), with such knowledge preferred.

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!

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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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.