Strategic External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager

Dow Inc.; Seabrook (TX); 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 sites including Midland, Houston, Terneuzen and Tarragona.

You will lead supplier qualification, RFx processes, negotiations and risk assessment, driving value and compliance while collaborating with internal partners.

This role demands strong analytical, negotiation and project management skills, with a focus on safety and supplier performance through SRM and KPIs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or military experience at or above US E5/Canadian PO2.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience.
• US work authorization; no visa sponsorship is available.

Responsibilities

• Clarify the scope of purchase and service requirements with stakeholders.
• Develop sourcing strategies to drive value and ensure compliance.
• Assess risk profiles of markets, suppliers, and purchases.
• Lead supplier qualification, RFx/RFPs, competitive bidding and negotiations.
• Negotiate and implement commercial agreements aligned with regional strategies.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations and drive continuous improvement through SRM.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Thinking

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or military experience (US E5 / Canada PO2)

Job description

Dow Inc. is seeking an External Manufacturing Sourcing Manager to define sourcing opportunities and align strategies across multiple sites including Midland, Houston, Terneuzen and Tarragona.

You will lead supplier qualification, RFx processes, negotiations and risk assessment, driving value and compliance while collaborating with internal partners.

This role demands strong analytical, negotiation and project management skills, with a focus on safety and supplier performance through SRM and KPIs.