Sourcing Manager, Marine & Terminals Logistics (LATAM)

Dow Brasil Ind E Com De Produtos Quimicos Ltda.; Buenos Aires; On-site; ARS 138,361,000 - 230,602,000; Full time

Job summary

Dow is seeking a Sourcing Manager (Especialista de Compras I) in Marine and Terminals Logistics, located in São Paulo - SP (Brazil) or Buenos Aires (Argentina). The role focuses on strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier performance across Latin America.

You will lead projects, negotiate terms, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize value. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree, 10+ years in Purchasing or Supply Chain, fluent English, and experience in liquid bulk

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 10 years of relevant working experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain.
• Fluent English skills.
• Preferred: 5 years in liquid bulk marine transportation (chemical tankers) and tank terminals industry.

Responsibilities

• Source and manage a portfolio of Latin America bulk marine and terminals 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 marine and terminals logistics. Implement the purchasing strategy in Latin 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.
• lead projects or project steps within a broader project
• Have accountability for on-going activities or objectives locally and globally.

Skills

Numeracy

International Business

Strategic Communication

Project Management

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Supply Chain Planning

AI Tools

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Copilot Agent

Job description

Dow is seeking a Sourcing Manager (Especialista de Compras I) in Marine and Terminals Logistics, located in São Paulo - SP (Brazil) or Buenos Aires (Argentina). The role focuses on strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier performance across Latin America.

You will lead projects, negotiate terms, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize value. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree, 10+ years in Purchasing or Supply Chain, fluent English, and experience in liquid bulk