Strategic External Manufacturing Sourcing Lead

Dow Inc.; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dow Inc. is seeking an External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager to define sourcing opportunities, develop and align strategies, and negotiate with suppliers to optimize value. Location options include Midland, Houston, Terneuzen, and Tarragona.

You will lead supplier qualification, RFIs/RFPs, risk assessments and supplier performance initiatives, collaborating with internal partners to deliver sustained cost and quality improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience and 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• U.S. work authorization required; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to clarify scope of purchase and service requirements.
• Develop sourcing strategies to drive cost savings and value realization.
• Assess and manage risk across market, supplier and purchasing activities.
• Lead supplier qualification, RFIs/RFPs, competitive bidding and negotiations.
• Drive SRM initiatives and supplier performance improvements via KPIs.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Thinking

Negotiation

Proactive Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management/Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Dow Inc. is seeking an External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager to define sourcing opportunities, develop and align strategies, and negotiate with suppliers to optimize value. Location options include Midland, Houston, Terneuzen, and Tarragona.

You will lead supplier qualification, RFIs/RFPs, risk assessments and supplier performance initiatives, collaborating with internal partners to deliver sustained cost and quality improvements.