Supply Chain Scheduling Specialist

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 opportunity for a Supply Chain Scheduling Specialist located in São Paulo (SP) - BRA Utilizes logistics knowledge, technical expertise and operations experience to assist in correcting process or equipment issues which improve process performance and reliability. Works with technical advising and logistics operations personnel to create methods to optimize operations. Resolves day-to-day operational issues while identifying and implementing improvement opportunities. Ensures logistics equipment meets business requirements, product specifications, and Dow and government safety standards. Ensures operational activities and process performance are aligned with the mode and business goals including service and cost. Participates in advanced troubleshooting and coach others to learn these skills. Implements best practices. In this role, you will require conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures as well as having general business knowledge developed through education or prior experience related to your discipline and functional area. You will need to have the ability to exchange straightforward information with others and ask questions to check for understanding. It is your responsibility to use established procedures and practice to analyze and resolve standard problems. You will be accountable for assigned contributions with no direct supervisory responsibilities. Your performance impacts your own work with limited impact on your team. You will need to use established procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. Responsibilities • Utilizes logistics knowledge, technical expertise and operations experience to assist in correcting process or equipment issues which improve process performance and reliability • Works with technical advising and logistics operations personnel to create methods to optimize operations • Participates in advanced troubleshooting and coaches others to learn these skills. Implements best practices • Interacts with other Dow (global) regions to resolve order issues for inter-area shipments • Ensures most effective technology and specific operating discipline requirements are in place • Interfaces with third party logistics providers and ensures contractual obligations are met with no penalties or fines incurred • Initiates changes to operating procedures to ensure that they are valid and up-to-date • Communicates technical information and issues to operations and/or technology • Supports and assists with QN investigations and identification of corrective and preventative measures • Administers trade lane contracts where needed to maximize benefits to Dow. (Facilitate vessel/cargo nominations, mitigate dead freight, mitigate demurrage, approve invoices, manage carriers and logistics LSP) …