FS P2Z Sourcing Specialist

Dow

Fort Saskatchewan, AB Full Time

POSTED ON 3/30/2024 CLOSED ON 4/2/2024

Job Posting for FS P2Z Sourcing Specialist at Dow

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Sourcing Specialist.

The Sourcing Specialist will support the project from their current home location in conjunction with some business travel. In 2025, the candidate will relocate to Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada. Specific timing to be worked out with the Leader and Project Manager.

About you and this role

This role will support efforts for the Path2Zero program, which will create the first net-zero emissions site of its kind in the world. The FS P2Z program is a key enabler to Dow’s Decarbonization strategy. Learn More:

Fort Saskatchewan Path2Zero (dow.com)

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The Sourcing Specialist sources and manages a portfolio of products or services to improve Dow's cost position and supply security in the market through application of the strategic sourcing process. Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction while building knowledge of the company, processes and customers.

In this role, you will require understanding of key business drivers for your discipline and function. You will need to be able to expand conceptual and working knowledge related to your discipline or functional area. You are expected to provide informal guidance to new team members and be able to explain complex information to others.

It is your responsibility to use technical experience, established practices, and personal judgement to analyze and resolve straightforward problems. Your performance impacts the quality of your own work and your team’s work and requires that you work within established guidelines and policies.

The Sourcing Specialist supports the EPC Contract Manager to ensure the contract preparation, execution, and closure meets the Project defined requirements and contract compliance.

Specific responsibilities from contract formation, implementation, and closure include:

Pre-Award (Construction Contractors):

Establish Invitation to Bid (ITB) distribution.
Develop Contracting and Compensation Strategy
Conduct Contract Risk Assessment
Pre-qualification of Contractors and site access
Request For Proposal (RFP) preparation support & issuance to Contractor
Handle bid process and manage correspondence from Contractors including meetings and site visit/access.
Manage verification of Contractor bids
Manage commercial communication and coordination with Owner and Contractor
Negotiate, manage, and finalize the responses (risks, commercial, legal, and technical) to ensure compliance with Owner’s requirements.
Prepare Bid Proposal evaluation for review and clarification.
Ensure and apply functional work processes and procedures to comply with audit reviews.
Pre-Award that the Strategic Sourcing team is accountable for the selection process of Construction Contracts.

Award/Post Award:

Serve as Primary focal point between Owner and Contractor interactions regarding commercial activities.
Ensure proper documentation to support a requisition for Purchase Order (PO)
Ensure proper Delegation of Authority (DOA) in place before issuing PO.
Manage post award administration to ensure Contractor complies with contract terms/conditions, pricing, and Personal Authority Approval Form (PAAF)
Manage/administrate Work Element Release (WER)
Ensure alignment of the Contractor with the Award Package
Ensure alignment of the Contractor with the Project Execution Plans
Empowerment to make changes based on “delegation” limited contract management.
Negotiate claims and change orders requests.
Manage, prepare, and track Change Orders
Ensure compliance with Owner audit activities.
Work closely with a Construction team at the site to ensure the most effective field administration of the contracts.

Invoice Verification and Approval:

Ensure Contractual terms, schedule and payment instructions/milestones are clearly communicated to Contract Coordinator
Oversight and support Contract Coordinator with invoices verification/approval administration
Support Contractors as appropriate per T/C and invoicing/payment instructions
Notify Contract Coordinator and Project Team of Contract value of work complete and contract expiration dates.
Support Project financial accrual as needed.

Closure:

Ensure there are no outstanding claims by either Owner or Contractor, Work/Scope is complete, and all invoices have paid to Contractor.
Verify receipt of signed Final Lien Release and Contract Completion Certificates
Verify all Contractor deliverables are collected.
Ensure records of contract related documents meticulously organized and ready for corporate audit compliance
Collect data, prepare report, and closure out the contracts.
Oversee PO closure procedures in SAP for zero balance.

General Knowledge:

Basic knowledge of EPC services work processes and GPM
General Purchasing Policies and Procurement work process.
Appreciation of Teamwork and Awareness of Project key stakeholders
Network communication techniques
Understanding of Business Law
Understanding of Dow’s organization
Awareness of EPC Market
Government Regulations
Contracts and Licenses
Area Craft Labor availability and productivity
Project Final Cost Forecast
Rate of Purchase Order Commitments
Rate of Vendor Information Flow
Information and Communication Flow
Staffing Needs and Adjustments
Tax Issues
Import / Export Requirements
Export Control Requirements
Local Material Availability

Responsibilities:

Manages a portfolio of products or services to improve Dow's cost position and supply security in the market through application of the strategic sourcing process
Utilizes business acumen and analytics to drive value from the market and influence stakeholders
Responsible for the negotiation, execution and implementation of commercial agreements and related work processes in accordance with the strategies within the commercial area and/or geography
Requires working knowledge and experience in own job discipline and broadens capabilities
Continues to build knowledge of the company, processes and customers
Performs a range of assignments related to job discipline
Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations
Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction
Develop knowledge of the supply market and suppliers. Conduct Strategic Sourcing Projects including market analysis and the development of short and mid-term strategies
Manage Supplier Relationships including the commercial relationship. Monitor supplier performance against key performance indicators
Engage with Stakeholders to clarify the scope of service, quality, volume and requirements for contract implementations and renewals
Investigate and facilitate Quality, Service and Product Performance (QSPP)
Analyze data to identify improvements in vendor and spend coding
May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives locally

Qualifications:

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E6 or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking.
A minimum of 3 years experience in procurement/labor contracting.
A minimum requirement for this position is the ability to work legally in the country in which you're currently working. No visa sponsorship/support is available for the initial part of this role. In 2025, when relocation to Canada is needed, visa sponsorship/support will be provided.

Additional Notes:

International or Domestic relocation assistance is available for this role and may be provided based on eligibility.
It is expected that the candidate will begin the assignment at their current home location. At a later date, the candidate will relocate to Fort Saskatchewan (AB, CAN) to support the Path2Zero program. This plan and timing are subject to change based on the program.

Benefits – What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies:
- Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
- Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
- Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting

www.dow.com

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on

www.dow.com

At Dow, diversity and inclusion are inherent in our work environment. We are committed to building a vibrant, diverse and talented employee base – and helping each employee grow and develop as part of Dow's inclusive global community. Dow has an accommodation process in place to support employees with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.

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