Sourcing Manager (Especialista de Compras I)

DOW BRASIL IND E COM DE PRODUTOS QUIMICOS LTDA.; São Paulo; On-site; BRL 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equitable base pay and bonus

Comprehensive benefits program

Employee stock purchase program

Retirement and financial planning

Wellbeing portal and on-site fitness

Job summary

Dow is seeking a Sourcing Manager (Especialista de Compras I) for Marine and Terminals Logistics in São Paulo, SP, Brazil or Buenos Aires, Argentina. The role focuses on contracting bulk marine and terminal storage, negotiating, and driving value across Dow's regional supply chains.

The successful candidate will manage end-to-end sourcing, collaborate with stakeholders, and lead initiatives to optimize cost, service, and supply security in Latin America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Proven ability to analyze end-to-end supply chains, market indicators and pricing.
• Experience negotiating with service providers and managing contracts.

Responsibilities

• Source and manage a portfolio of Latin America bulk marine and terminals logistics services to improve cost position and supply security.
• Input to global logistics buying strategy for marine and terminals logistics.
• Implement the purchasing strategy in Latin America and support global activities.
• Use analytics to drive value from the market and influence stakeholders.
• Lead projects or project steps within broader initiatives and coach team members.

Skills

Costing models

International business

Strategic communication

Project management

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

Copilot Agent

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Copilot Agent

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. Dow has an exciting opportunity as a Sourcing Manager (Especialista de Compras I) in Marine and Terminals Logistics located in São Paulo - SP (Brazil) or Buenos Aires (Argentina).

The Sourcing Manager is an integral role within Dow's Integrated Supply Chain and Procurement organization. This professional contracts bulk marine and tank storage terminals contracts in the region serving diverse Dow's businesses. , enabling bottom-line growth.. Requires an analytical mindset to evaluate end to end supply chains, market indicators, generate contractual language, negotiate with service providers, and manage service provider performance. Successful individual creates value for Dow by identifying and defining sourcing opportunities, developing and aligning sourcing strategies, leveraging supplier relationships, analyzing market conditions, and negotiating with suppliers in close contact with stakeholders to optimize sustained value for Dow. In this role, you 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 will 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. Have the 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 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.

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.

Your Skills:

• Numeracy: Ability to stand up costing models.
• International Business: Demonstrate understanding of global markets, cross-border operations, and international trade dynamics.
• Strategic Communication: Demonstrate the ability to deliver purposeful, audience-focused messaging that aligns with organizational goals.
• Project Management: Ability to plan, execute, and oversee projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Apply data analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Microsoft Excel: Advanced Excel Skills
• Supply Chain Planning: Demonstrate the ability to strategically manage the flow of goods, information, and resources across the supply chain to meet customer demand efficiently
• AI Tools: Ability to work with Copilot Agent for design and deployment.
• Statistical analysis: Proficient in applying statistical methods to analyze data assess and make data-driven decisions.

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.
• Additionally, some of our locations might offer: 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)

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 www.dow.com. 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. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com. Dow is a company of more than 36,500 global innovators, believers and solutions providers. We are a diverse community marked by respect, integrity, and a desire to make the world a better place. A career at Dow is an invitation to explore, create, and make valuable contributions to human progress.