Sourcing Specialist

Dow Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equitable base pay

Bonus opportunity

Health benefits

Retirement program

Employee stock purchase

Job summary

Dow in Houston is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to join the Operations Material & Equipment Sourcing Team. You will engage with clients to ensure sourcing needs are identified and that supplier performance meets expectations. You will also negotiate purchases and manage supplier relationships to support strategic objectives.

The role requires analytical acumen, strong negotiation and collaboration skills, and proficiency with SAP/Ariba and related sourcing tools. Relocation is not provided.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E5/Canadian rank; or at least 8 years of relevant working experience.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience.
• Must be able to work legally in the United States; no visa sponsorship is available.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of the supply market and suppliers.
• Conduct strategic sourcing projects including market analysis and strategy development.
• Negotiate, execute and implement commercial agreements per geography and strategy.
• Manage supplier relationships, including the commercial relationship.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs.
• Engage with stakeholders to clarify scope, quality, and requirements for contracts.
• Investigate and facilitate Quality, Service and Product Performance (QSPP).
• Analyze data to identify improvements in vendor and spend coding.
• Utilize e-Sourcing tools (e.g., Zycus) to improve purchasing efficiency.

Skills

SAP

Self-Management

Negotiation

Influential Leadership

Market Intelligence

Emotional Intelligence

Microsoft Excel

Collaboration

Adaptability

Stakeholder Management

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor’s degree or military equivalent

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Zycus

MDG

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 you and This Role

Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Sourcing Specialist! This role can be located in Houston (TX), Freeport (TX), or Midland (MI). You will be part of the Operations Material & Equipment Sourcing Team which manages the sourcing needs for Dow businesses and Capital Project teams. In this role, you will actively engage and support clients in the businesses and functions to ensure that sourcing requirements are known, and that supplier quality and service levels meet expectations. You will also negotiate assigned specific equipment or services purchases for execution as purchase orders.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of the supply market and suppliers.
• Conduct Strategic Sourcing Projects including market analysis and the development of short and mid-term strategies.
• 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.
• Manage Supplier Relationships including the commercial relationship.
• Monitor supplier performance against key performance indicators.
• Engage with Stakeholders to clarify the scope of service, quality, volume and requirements for contract implementations and renewals.
• Investigate and facilitate Quality, Service and Product Performance (QSPP).
• Analyze data to identify improvements in vendor and spend coding.
• Utilize available e-Sourcing tools (e.g. Zycus) to the fullest capability, to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the Purchasing process.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E5 or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking.
• In lieu of a degree or military equivalent, at least 8 years of relevant working experience will be considered.
• A minimum 3 years of relevant working experience.
• A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.
• No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Skills

• SAP: Adeptly use i/t applications (SAP, Ariba etc.) to execute the Source to Pay work process – Diamond Systems and Associated systems (Zycus, MDG etc.).
• Self-Management: Work independently with a high degree of organization.
• Negotiation: Effective negotiator and ability to persuade others (internal and external clients) through effective communication skills.
• Influential Leadership: Exhibits strong leadership by effectively inspiring, guiding, and influencing individuals and teams toward achieving strategic objectives.
• Market Intelligence: Demonstrates the ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data related to market trends, competitor activities, customer preferences, and industry developments.
• Emotional Intelligence: Applies emotional awareness to build effective relationships, navigate workplace dynamics, and foster a positive and inclusive environment.
• Microsoft Excel: Strong Excel skills and data analysis to effectively identify value opportunities.
• Collaboration: Strong collaboration skills across StP colleagues, Suppliers and Stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Quickly learn and adapt to enhanced work processes.
• Stakeholder Management: Facilitate network of focal points to manage expectations.
• Relationship Building: Exhibition of strong work ethic and responsiveness to earn respect of business partners.

Additional notes

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Benefits – What Dow offers you

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)

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 $43billion 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 an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1‑833‑My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8. 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.