Strategic External Manufacturing Sourcing Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Employee stock purchase program

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Dow Inc. is seeking an External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager to define sourcing opportunities, develop strategies and manage supplier relations for Dow's manufacturing network. The role supports multiple locations including Midland, Houston, Terneuzen and Tarragona.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent military experience, 5+ years in sourcing, and U.S. work eligibility. Relocation assistance is not provided; strong SRM and risk management skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or relevant military experience or 10 years of experience.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience.
• U.S. work authorization required; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to clarify purchase scope and service requirements.
• Develop sourcing strategies and negotiate to maximize Dow value.
• Assess market risk and manage supplier relations; lead supplier qualification and bid processes.
• Execute commercial agreements aligned with regional strategies.
• Drive supplier performance improvements via SRM and KPIs.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Proactive problem solving

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or relevant military experience

Tools

SRM software

e-Auction platforms

Job description

Dow Inc. is seeking an External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager to define sourcing opportunities, develop strategies and manage supplier relations for Dow's manufacturing network. The role supports multiple locations including Midland, Houston, Terneuzen and Tarragona.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent military experience, 5+ years in sourcing, and U.S. work eligibility. Relocation assistance is not provided; strong SRM and risk management skills are a plus.