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Lead end-to-end delivery of Master Data services across assigned countries and legal entities.
Manage operational performance against agreed SLAs, KPIs, quality metrics, and compliance requirements.
Monitor workload distribution and ensure optimum resource utilization.

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Service Delivery & Team Leadership Lead end-to-end delivery of Master Data services across assigned countries and legal entities. Manage operational performance against agreed SLAs, KPIs, quality metrics, and compliance requirements.

Lead end-to-end delivery of Master Data services across assigned countries and legal entities. Manage operational performance against agreed SLAs, KPIs, quality metrics, and compliance requirements. Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to analysts and senior analysts within the team.

Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to analysts and senior analysts within the team. Monitor workload distribution and ensure optimum resource utilization. Drive issue resolution and stakeholder management for escalations and service delivery challenges.

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- Knowledge of MS Office Applications, especially MS Word, Excel, and Power Point - Knowledge of SAP Systems - Proficiency in English and other languages required

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Job description

We are a leading chemical company, with the best teams developing intelligent solutions for our customers, and for a sustainable future.

We connect and develop people with diverse talents all over the world. For you, this means a variety of ways to progress.

Not only your performance but also your personality matter to us, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, orientation, and background. At BASF, careers develop from opportunities.

BASF Overview

BASF has successfully partnered India’s progress for more than 130 years. As of the end of 2025, BASF had 2,455 employees in India with 8 production sites and 45 offices throughout the country. The Innovation Campus Mumbai and the Coatings Technical Center in Mangalore are both part of BASF’s global technology platform. In 2025, BASF registered sales of approximately €2.2 billion to customers in India. Further information is available on www.basf.com/in

About the Role

The Master Data Manager will lead the Business Partner Master Data (BPMD), Bank Master Data (BMD), and Employee Master Data (EMD) operations for the Asia Pacific region. The role is responsible for ensuring service excellence, governance, compliance, project execution, and continuous improvement while managing a team of analysts and senior analysts. The incumbent will act as a key business partner to internal stakeholders, global process owners, and project teams to drive standardization, operational efficiency, and data quality across master data processes.

The role also supports large-scale transitions, transformation initiatives, system enhancements, and organizational growth while ensuring alignment with BASF's global standards and control requirements.

What's In It for You

Be part of building BASF's new Global Hub in India, a flagship transformation initiative

Work with a globally integrated team spanning Finance and HR functions

Competitive compensation, benefits, and structured career pathways

Access to BASF's world-class learning & development programs

Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative work culture

Hybrid work model (mix of on-site and remote)

Key Responsibilities

Service Delivery & Team Leadership
Lead end-to-end delivery of Master Data services across assigned countries and legal entities.
Manage operational performance against agreed SLAs, KPIs, quality metrics, and compliance requirements.
Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to analysts and senior analysts within the team.
Monitor workload distribution and ensure optimum resource utilization.
Drive issue resolution and stakeholder management for escalations and service delivery challenges.
Ensure timely and accurate creation and maintenance of Business Partner, Bank, and Employee Master Data records.
Project & Transition Management
Lead internal, regional, and global transition projects within the Master Data domain.
Manage project timelines, deliverables, risk mitigation plans, and stakeholder communications.
Drive migration and stabilization activities during process transitions.
Partner with Global Process Owners and regional stakeholders to implement process improvements and standardization initiatives.
Ensure successful adoption of global policies, systems, and governance frameworks.
Stakeholder Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with business partners, service recipients, and global stakeholders.
Serve as an escalation point for complex Master Data and system-related issues.
Collaborate with Finance, Procurement, HR, IT, and Compliance teams to support business objectives.
Conduct periodic reviews with stakeholders to identify service improvement opportunities.
Governance, Risk & Compliance
Ensure adherence to BASF policies, internal controls, audit requirements, and statutory regulations.
Support internal and external audits and drive closure of audit findings.
Maintain process documentation, SOPs, and governance controls.
Ensure regulatory compliance and data privacy requirements are consistently met.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
Lead process optimization, automation, and digital transformation initiatives.
Monitor data quality and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Develop and track quality improvement metrics and reporting dashboards.
Drive knowledge management, training programs, and capability building initiatives.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Business Continuity & Organizational Support
Own and maintain Business Continuity Planning (BCP) readiness.
Ensure backup planning and resource cross-skilling within the team.
Support organizational growth initiatives and future service expansion plans.
Perform additional responsibilities aligned with business and organizational priorities.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Professional qualification in Finance (e.g. CA, CPA, etc.) or MBA or Master degree in finance / Accounting or related disciplines.

Working Experience & Skills:

12-18 years’ experience in Finance and Accounting
Lead a team of 10+ employees
Strong interpersonal skills to communicate to service recipients
Excellent time management, good organization skills and multi-tasking skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to excel under pressure for meeting any tight deadlines
Self-motivated, hardworking, and with management skills
Curiosity to learn, adaptability to changes and agile and ability to challenge status quo

Technical Skills

Knowledge of MS Office Applications, especially MS Word, Excel, and Power Point
Knowledge of SAP Systems
Proficiency in English and other languages required
Proficient knowledge and understanding on related processes
Knowledge in programing or scripting are an added advantage but not mandatory

About BASF

At BASF, we believe that great chemistry starts with great people. We foster a workplace where curiosity is encouraged, diverse perspectives are valued, and every employee is empowered to make a meaningful impact. Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to continuous growth - both for the business and for the individuals within it.At BASF, your development never stands still. Employees have access to structured learning pathways, international exposure, and cross-functional mobility across a truly global organization. We are committed to inclusion and equal opportunity, and we actively invest in the wellbeing, development, and long-term career growth of our people. Whether you are early in your career or bringing deep expertise, BASF offers the scale of a world-leading company with the sense of purpose and community that makes it a place where people genuinely thrive.