Strategic External Manufacturing Sourcing Lead

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

Job summary

Dow Inc. is seeking an External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager to define sourcing opportunities and align strategies across multiple U.S. locations and international sites. You will negotiate with suppliers, analyze market conditions, and collaborate with internal partners to optimize value for Dow.

The right candidate will lead projects, manage risk, and drive continuous improvement in supplier performance while working within Dow’s safety and compliance guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience at or above a U.S. E5 or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. work authorization; no visa sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to clarify purchase scope and service requirements.
• Drive value from the market using market knowledge and best practices.
• Assess and manage risk for market, supplier, and purchase activities.
• Develop sourcing strategies for competitive and reliable purchases.
• Lead supplier qualification, RFI/RFQ/RFP, bidding, and negotiations.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluation and SRM for continuous improvement.

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 equivalent)

Job description

Dow Inc. is seeking an External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager to define sourcing opportunities and align strategies across multiple U.S. locations and international sites. You will negotiate with suppliers, analyze market conditions, and collaborate with internal partners to optimize value for Dow.

The right candidate will lead projects, manage risk, and drive continuous improvement in supplier performance while working within Dow’s safety and compliance guidelines.