Mro Sourcing Associate — Strategic Procurement

Dow; Bahía Blanca; Hybrid; ARS 61,816,000 - 92,724,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equitable base pay

Bonus opportunity

Wellbeing programs

Retirement program

Employee discounts

On-site fitness facilities

Vacation allowance

Parental leave

Job summary

Dow is hiring an Associate Sourcing Specialist (Analista de compras II) in Bahia Blanca, Argentina, for the MRO portfolio. The role focuses on cost optimization, supply security, and applying strategic sourcing processes within a hybrid work setting.

You will engage with cross-functional teams, analyze market data, and support procurement activities while growing your negotiation and supplier management skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering and foundational knowledge of procurement/sourcing.
• Intermediate English required due to global/stakeholder interaction.
• Openness to learning and applying procurement tools and AI support.

Responsibilities

• Supports a portfolio of MRO products or services to improve cost position and supply security.
• Supports negotiation, execution, and implementation of commercial agreements including contract documentation in Zycus.
• Conducts strategic sourcing projects with market analysis and strategy development.
• Collaborates with Engineering and Maintenance to align sourcing plans with business needs.
• Manages supplier relationships under guidance of senior team members.
• Monitors supplier performance against KPIs and reports on cost/service data.
• Ensures compliance with work process governance and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Good communication

Negotiation skills

English (Intermediate)

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Business or Engineering)

Tools

Zycus

Copilot AI tools

Job description

Associate Sourcing Specialist (Analista de compras II)

At a glance

Position: Associate Sourcing Specialist (Analista de compras II)

Primary Location: Bahia Blanca (ARG), Buenos Aires, Argentina

Schedule: Full time

Date Posted: 10/30/2026

Job Number: R

Position Type: Regular

Workplace Type: Hybrid

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.

Dow has an opportunity for an Associate Sourcing Specialist for the MRO portfolio in Bahia Blanca - Argentina. This position sources and manages a portfolio of MRO products or services to improve Dow's cost position and supply security in the market through application of the strategic sourcing process. The incumbent performs routine assignments using existing procedures and receives instruction, guidance, and direction from more senior roles.

In this role, you will need conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures, along with general business knowledge developed through education or prior experience related to Procurement and sourcing. You will need the ability to exchange straightforward information with others and ask questions to check for understanding, while progressively building familiarity with MRO materials and services and Dow's local site operations.

It is your responsibility to use established procedures and practices to analyze and resolve standard problems. You will be accountable for assigned contributions, with no direct supervisory responsibilities. Your performance impacts your own work, with limited impact on your team, and you will use established procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Supports a portfolio of MRO products or services to improve Dow's cost position and supply security in the market through application of the strategic sourcing process.
• Supports the negotiation, execution, and implementation of commercial agreements and related work processes in accordance with the strategies within the commercial area and/or geography, including contract execution and documentation in Zycus.
• Conducts strategic sourcing projects, including market analysis and the development of short- and mid-term strategies.
• Works with functional and business partners (Engineering, Maintenance) to understand business requirements and align sourcing strategy and implementation plans.
• Manages supplier relationships, including the commercial relationship, under the guidance of more senior team members.
• Monitors supplier performance against key performance indicators (KPIs), supporting basic tracking and reporting of cost and service data.
• Understands and practices appropriate work process governance and compliance.
• Supports preparation of basic market intelligence and spend information to assist senior sourcing professionals in decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (Business or Engineering).
• Conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within the Procurement/Sourcing discipline.
• Performs routine assignments using existing procedures; entry level to a professional career progression.
• Receives instruction, guidance, and direction from more senior-level roles.
• Intermediate English is required, given spot interaction with global and regional stakeholders.
• Good communication skills and willingness to build negotiation capability over time.
• Basic understanding of or interest in sourcing/contract management tools (e.g., Zycus) is a plus.
• Openness to learning and applying AI tools (e.g., Copilot) to support day-to-day Procurement activities.
• Organized and detail-oriented, with ability to follow established procedures and meet deadlines.

Your Skills

• Generating Customer Value.
• Delivering Innovative Solutions.
• Leading Courageously.
• Collaborating for Superior Results.

Benefits - What Dow offers you

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need.when you need it.
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
• Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
• Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees' Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group's (ERG) participation.
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
• Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
• Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

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About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world's leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting opens in a new tab .

As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career.