ISC Quality Specialist

Dow; Navi Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay + bonus

Retirement program

Employee stock purchase

Wellbeing programs

Career development & mentoring

Job summary

Dow India seeks an ISC-focused professional to align supply chain planning, customer service, quality and regulatory teams with a customer-centric view. You will address operational issues and contribute to a sustainable, cost-effective supply chain strategy across the region.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Sales, Procurement, and Logistics, plus adherence to quality standards and process improvements, while delivering on-time service and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• University Degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or other Sciences.
• NA only: relevant military experience of an E6 ranking or higher.

Responsibilities

• Represents the business ISC in front of the Area Commercial teams and in front of the customers.
• Accountable for personal contributions towards the delivery of target service levels in the Area of scope.
• Champions Customer Success Teams to create a value-generating culture for customers and Dow.
• Accountable to implement defined plans and actions in support of business needs.
• Works with Customer Service, Logistics, Procurement to meet business requirements.
• Leads collaboration projects with strategic customers to reduce waste and enhance collaboration.
• Works with Quality, Regulatory and Logistics to develop a supply chain strategy including ISO and GMP standards.
• Facilitate external system certifications/audits where appropriate.
• Ensure cross-functional CAMP processes and RCIs to minimize rework on complaints.

Skills

Interpersonal effectiveness

Understanding customer needs

Teamwork

Initiative

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Computer applications proficiency

Education

University Degree in Supply Chain Management/Business/Engineering or related

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 this role

Focuses on the critical interfaces between supply chain planning, customer service, product quality, regulatory, sales and logistics/ITO, with and end-to-end focus and a customer view point. Includes both short term operational troubleshooting as well as the longer term view of designing and building a reliable, cost effective and sustainable supply chain in the Area of scope. Promotes a customer focused Integrated Supply Chain quality culture by acting as the “voice of the customer” within the Business and the voice of the Business Supply Chain in front of the customers. In this role, you will require conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures as well as having general business knowledge developed through education or prior experience related to your discipline and functional area. You will need to have the ability to exchange straightforward information with others and ask questions to check for understanding. It is your responsibility to use established procedures and practice 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. You will need to use established procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities – Duties, projects, tasks, and activities you would be responsible for in this role

• Represents the business ISC in front of the Area Commercial teams and in front of the customers
• Accountable for his/her personal contributions towards the delivery of the target service levels in the Area of scope, including Get it Right, OTD, Order Automation/touches, SMI, supply chain cost to serve, Service QNs and days to close
• Champions Customer Success Teams in the Area, thus creating/maintaining a culture in the businesses where every employee is generating value for the customers and for Dow
• Accountable to implement the defined plans and actions in support of business needs
• Works closely with leveraged support functions (in particular Customer Service, Logistics including outplants, Procurement) to ensure the business requirements are most effectively met
• Leads collaboration projects with strategic customers to reduce waste in the E2E Supply Chain and enhance customer and supplier collaboration Networks with other Supply Chain Quality Leaders to optimize operations and leverage best practices globally
• Works with Quality, Regulatory and Logistic functions to develop a supply chain strategy to implement applicable quality/regulatory management systems (e.g. ISO 9001, TS 16949, ISO 22000, GMP, GDP, etc.) for all aspects of supply chain operations
• Where appropriate, facilitate external systems certifications/audits (e.g. ISO 9001, FDA, etc.)
• Ensures effective design, implementation, and deployment of the cross functional CAMP work process for the business in the Area of scope and ensure effective RCIs and minimizes rework on customer complaints

Qualifications

1-2 years of relevant experience preferred.

University Degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or other Sciences

NA only: relevant military experience of an E6 ranking or higher

The critical competencies required for success are: interpersonal effectiveness, understanding customer needs, team work, taking initiative, problem solving skills, technical proficiency in use of computer applications and analytical skills and Dow policies and procedures, disciplined and good at implementation

Benefits – What Dow offers you

We invest in you. Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career.You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing. Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 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)

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About Dow Chemical International Pvt Ltd

Dow Chemical International Private Limited (Dow India) aims to be the most innovative, sustainable, inclusive customer-centric materials science company. The company is committed to delivering the right solutions to its customers’ challenges. With broadest technology sets spanning performance materials, industrial intermediates, and plastics Dow India delivers differentiated science-based products and solutions in high-growth segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, automobile, and consumer care. A Great Place to Work® Certified company with approximately over 1000 employees, its operations comprise of manufacturing sites, innovation center, established centers of excellence, and commercial office. As a responsible corporate, the company supports its Corporate Social Responsibility (program) with technology expertise and employee volunteerism. Dow India works with non-profit partners towards the empowerment of differently abled, women, and children in communities where it operates. The company aims to redefine the societal blueprint, by supporting holistic sustainability and circular economy initiatives. 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.