Job Description

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we\xe2\x80\x99re 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\xe2\x80\x99re 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\xe2\x80\x99re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you\xe2\x80\x99re in the right place.

Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Contract Administrator in Fort Saskatchewan, AB, CAN.

The Senior Contract Administrator acts as a maintenance focal point in determining maintenance service contractor strategies, administration of service contracts and interactions with service contractor company representatives on matters pertaining to one of the service contractor companies. Requires understanding and knowledge of maintenance and turnaround work processes and activities through job-related training and experience. Supports other contract administration team members while also providing advice and guidance to other maintenance, turnaround and technical experts.

Responsibilities:

• Manages the activities of the contractor based on the terms and conditions of the contract.
• Fosters a continuous improvement mindset.
• Manage and track monthly costs associated with the service including purchase orders, payment of invoices, resolution of supplier payment issues, etc.
• Conducts field audits, Management System Reviews, EH&S standard assessments and observations, as needed. Reviews and evaluates audit findings for aligned contractors and partners with contractor leadership to develop and implement action plans to close opportunity areas.
• Participates in Root Cause Investigations (RCIs) for aligned contractors to ensure true root cause is determined and actions are identified and implemented to close gaps.
• Participates in contractor safety meetings, as needed, and leverages Dow expectations and key learnings, as appropriate.
• Work with service contractor to ensure adequate response to Quality Service and Product Performance (QSPP) entries.
• Ensures contractors receives site indoctrination with verification of understanding and documentation covering the general site rules
• Maintains a copy of the contractors current safety program
• Supports Purchasing Sourcing Specialists in the development and assessment contracting strategies, contract terms and conditions, and overall performance management to ensure effective delivery of required services.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience.
• A minimum requirement for this Canada based position is the ability to work legally in Canada. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate\xe2\x80\x99s degree or higher.
• Proficient using SAP/Excel/Word
• Experience overseeing contractors and working with vendors.

**The Dow Chemical Company does not offer relocation assistance for this position. This includes reimbursement for travel expenses incurred to and from test sessions/interviews. If you apply for a position that is not within the area in which you reside, you will be responsible for all costs that you incur. **

Benefits \xe2\x80\x93 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).
• \xe2\x80\x8bPaid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group\xe2\x80\x99s (ERG) participation.

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth; asset integration and scale; focused innovation and materials science expertise; leading business positions; and environmental, social and governance leadership to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. The Company\'s ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world. Dow\'s portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated, science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Dow operates manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 37,800 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $57 billion in 2022. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit or follow on Twitter.

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 .

At Dow, diversity and inclusion are inherent in our work environment. We are committed to building a vibrant, diverse and talented employee base \xe2\x80\x93 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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