Senior Integrated Supply Chain Improvement Specialist

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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. 

About you and this role

The Senior Integrated Supply Chain Improvement Specialist supports business growth, service enhancements, and cost to serve productivity gains by identifying and implementing, through project work as well as ongoing engagements, supply chain and end-to-end (E2E) value chain improvements to a single business, multiple businesses or an envelope. Scope could be limited to 1 sub-function of Supply Chain (e.g. Customer Service) OR could run across multiple sub-functions of E2E value chain (e.g. Logistics work process). Depending on changing Organization priorities, scope of role could be limited to gaining & deploying deep subject matter expertise in standard methodologies and/or best practices OR could require a more generalist project management approach across multiple areas of improvements. Interactions could be limited to local teams OR may include global/regional teams depending on the project allocation. Identification, Development & Analysis of meaningful metrics to accomplish powerful storytelling and then utilizing influencing skills to get a group of cross functional team members to prioritize value delivery would be a key performance indicator of this role

Responsibilities

• Deep diving into the sub-function OR discipline of Supply chain that you are aligned with to gain conceptual as well as process knowledge. This alignment would change based on project priorities and overall opportunities in the organization. The business as well as regional alignment could also vary with time
• Follow formal training as well as on-the-job training to gain significant expertise into the sub-function/discipline as well as business/region aligned.
• Follow formal training as well as on-the-job training to gain significant expertise into METs, best practices as well as established improvement methodologies including but not limiting to Six Sigma DMAIC as well as DFSS. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills like Initial Problem solving, pareto analysis, Root cause investigation, trend analysis and scenario building (What-if) would be critical to deliver on this role. 
• Ensure appropriate and meaningful metrics are being tracked and measured within the discipline. Some of the metrics would be developed by yourself while for some you would be expected to drive cross functional collaboration with the right teams across Dow. This may also require deeper understanding of data analytics as well as modelling capabilities to ensure we are staying relevant with changing times.
• Optimize the development of supply chain work processes, business rules, and establishes metrics in the specific areas of E2E SC as defined by annual priorities•
• Interacts with other E2E Improvement Specialists and roles critical to the improvement journey to align on key cross business or leveraged projects to ensure synergy in resourcing & efforts and role model one team mindset.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of experience in a Supply Chain or process
• University Degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or other Sciences
• APICs and/or Six Sigma Certification will be preferred
• Experience and Expertise with SAP ECC R3, Python, reporting tools (DSR), PBI, etc. will be preferred
• The critical competencies required for success are: supply chain management skills, interpersonal effectiveness, understanding customer needs, team work, taking initiative, problem solving skills, value creation, technical proficiency in use of computer applications, analytical skills, change management skills and project management skills.

Your Skills

• Requires strong influence management skills and understanding of business priorities.
• Ability to persuade others (internal and external stakeholders) through effective communication skills and strong collaboration skills across colleagues and stakeholders.
• An understanding of the region and its capabilities / global connect and presence and excellent data analytics & process knowledge.
• Familiarity of leading improvement projects and having accountability for on-going activities or initiatives.
• Exhibition of strong work ethic and responsiveness to facilitate excellent Customer Experience.

Additional notes

• Relocation/visa sponsorship is not aligned with this role
• The ability to accommodate a flexible schedule aligned with international time zones is essential

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, financial, and social 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. 
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• 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. 
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• 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. 
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow Chemical International Pvt Ltd

Dow Chemical International Private Limited (Dow India) aims to be the most innovative, sustainable, inclusive customer-centric materials science company. The company is committed to delivering the right solutions to its customers’ challenges. With broadest technology sets spanning performance materials, industrial intermediates, and plastics Dow India delivers differentiated science-based products and solutions in high-growth segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, automobile, and consumer care.

A Great Place to Work® Certified company with approximately over 1000 employees, its operations comprise of manufacturing sites, innovation center, established centers of excellence, and commercial office. As a responsible corporate, the company supports its Corporate Social Responsibility (program) with technology expertise and employee volunteerism. Dow India works with non-profit partners towards the empowerment of differently abled, women, and children in communities where it operates. The company aims to redefine the societal blueprint, by supporting holistic sustainability and circular economy initiatives.

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.