Sourcing Manager at Dow in Midland, MI

Job description

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. About you and this role Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Sourcing Manager in Ocean Transportation . This role can be located in Midland, MI or Houston, TX . In this role, you will be an integral part of Dow’s Integrated Supply Chain and Procurement organization. You will contract and integrate global logistics services within Dow’s operating segments to support profit maximization and reduction of 3rd party expenses. This requires an analytical mindset to evaluate market indicators, generate contractual language, negotiate with service providers, and manage service provider performance. You will create value for Dow by defining sourcing opportunities, developing and aligning sourcing strategies, leveraging supplier relationships, analyzing market conditions, and negotiating with suppliers and internal partners to optimize sustained value for Dow. This requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge of the discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines. You will act as a resource for colleagues with less experience. This role will require in-depth conceptual and working knowledge of your discipline or functional area. You will need to understand your discipline's best practices and how they relate to others. You may need to lead projects with manageable risks and resource requirements as well as serve as a resource for less experienced colleagues. You should also be able to explain difficult or sensitive information and work to build consensus with others. It is your responsibility to analyze and resolve complex problems, examine information from multiple sources, and use judgement to evaluate established and new solutions. Your performance impacts a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within your own team and other related teams and requires that you work within established guidelines and policies. Responsibilities Source and manage a portfolio of international trade logistics services to improve Dow's cost position and supply security in the market through application of the strategic sourcing process. Provide input to the global logistics buying strategy for international trade logistics (dry box, ISO, Flexi, dray). Implement the purchasing strategy in North America and support global activities. Utilize business acumen and analytics to drive value from the market and influence stakeholders. Acts as a change agent to transform the strategic sourcing organization. Prepares market intelligence report and insights for internal constituents. Responsible for the negotiation, execution and implementation of commercial agreements and related work processes in accordance with the strategies within the commercial area and/or geography. Provide coaching and guidance to other sourcing team members. May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives locally or globally. Required Qualifications A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E5 or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking. In lieu of a degree or military equivalent, at least 10 years of relevant working experience in Logistics Purchasing or Supply Chain will be considered. A minimum of a 5 years of relevant working experience in Logistics Purchasing or Supply