Global External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager

Dow Inc.; Manvel (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness facilities

Employee discounts

Transportation allowance

Meal subsidies

Job summary

Dow Inc. is seeking an External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager to define sourcing opportunities, develop strategies, and optimize supplier relationships across multiple sites including Midland, Houston, Terneuzen, and Tarragona.

You will negotiate commercial terms, manage supplier performance, and lead projects with cross-functional teams to deliver sustained value for Dow. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in sourcing, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent military experience, and strong analytical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant military experience at/above a U.S. E5 or Canadian rank, or 10 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience.
• U.S. work authorization required; no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Clarify scope of purchase and service requirements with stakeholders.
• Drive value from the market through sourcing strategies and cost-saving opportunities.
• Assess market, supplier, and purchase activity risks.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies ensuring safety, qualification, and compliance.
• Lead supplier qualification, RFIs, RFQs, and negotiations.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Thinking

Negotiation

Proactive Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management/Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree or military experience (U.S. E5/Canadian rank)

Job description

Dow Inc. is seeking an External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager to define sourcing opportunities, develop strategies, and optimize supplier relationships across multiple sites including Midland, Houston, Terneuzen, and Tarragona.

You will negotiate commercial terms, manage supplier performance, and lead projects with cross-functional teams to deliver sustained value for Dow. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in sourcing, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent military experience, and strong analytical