Supplier Diversity

Our Mission

BASF is committed to give diverse suppliers equal access to potential business opportunities and growing successful business relationships with qualified minority, women, LGBTQ and veteran-owned suppliers. Fulfilling this commitment is important to our increasingly diverse consumer base, the communities in which we operate and consistent with BASF’s drive towards Diversity & Inclusion.

In addition to delivering innovation, agility, market insights and cost savings, diverse suppliers are an extension of our values, and enhances our capabilities to meet the needs of our customers. The diverse suppliers are local engines of growth which help to create jobs and foster economic development in communities where we live and work.

As the world’s leading Chemical company, we recognize the opportunities and challenges of Supplier Diversity.

The BASF value chain includes high volumes and/or specialty raw materials which are often a challenge to source. We are committed and continue to seek opportunities to include diverse suppliers. The Supplier Diversity program seeks to grow year on year and demonstrate improvement in our engagement with diverse suppliers.

Call to Action:

From naphtha to ethanol; technical services, equipment, business services, cargo container to site supplies, our procurement team sources nearly all materials, goods and services that are needed for BASF value chains. We collaborate with competitive suppliers who add value to BASF and our customers.

For suppliers doing business with us, or interested in doing business, please register with us via our supplier portal.

• Already Certified (Recognized Certifications) – Register and upload your certificate to our Supplier Registration Portal.
• Want to be Certified – Reach out and seek one of our recognized certifications (see below), best aligned with your diversity status.

For any questions to register to learn more about certifications, please reach out to us at BASF_NA_SupplierDiversity@basf.com