Strategic External Manufacturing Sourcing Lead

Dow Inc.

Sugar Land (TX)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Base pay + annual bonus

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Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Dow Inc. is seeking an External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager to define sourcing opportunities, shape strategies, and negotiate with suppliers to optimize value.

This position supports multiple locations including Midland, Houston, and international sites, and requires strategic influence across stakeholders to deliver competitive sourcing outcomes. The role emphasizes market analysis, supplier relationship management, risk assessment, and leading cross-functional projects within established

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience or 10 years of relevant work experience.
5+ years of relevant work experience.
U.S. work authorization required for U.S.-based position; no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

Clarify scope of purchase and service requirements with stakeholders.
Drive value from the market; identify cost-saving opportunities.
Assess market, supplier risk and purchase activities.
Develop and implement sourcing strategies meeting safety and compliance.
Lead supplier qualification, RFI/RFQ/RFP, bidding, evaluation and negotiation.
Negotiate and implement commercial agreements in line with strategy.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Thinking

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Dow Inc. is seeking an External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager to define sourcing opportunities, shape strategies, and negotiate with suppliers to optimize value.

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