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Dow Senior Strategic Planning Manager in Midland, Michigan
Senior Strategic Planning Manager
At a glance
Position:Senior Strategic Planning Manager
Primary Location:Midland (MI, USA), Michigan, United States of America
Schedule:Full time
Date Posted:09/10/2024
Job Number:R2054687
Position Type:Regular
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.
About this role
As the Enterprise Working Capital Senior Strategic Planning Manager, you will apply in-depth knowledge of the finance discipline, broad industry knowledge and commercial awareness to:
Lead monthly Cash Flow Review preparation and NWC content creation, including alignment with the NWC Steering team
Leadership Meeting support deck ideation and preparation (Cash Flow Review, Board prep, OT/LT, Strategy Week, Priorities Reviews, Earnings Prep).
Perform Peer Benchmarking for Net Working Capital (NWC) to assess company performance and identify opportunities
Lead enterprise NWC Planning and Scenario Analysis in support of cash flow planning and efficiency targets
Participate in Enterprise Working Capital strategy formation and execution
In addition to:
Supporting and leading projects to optimize working capital investment, as well as the forecasting of its cash flow impact to drive improved decision making
Proactively analyzing working capital estimate / results and trends to identify improvement or intervention opportunities
Ad hoc support for broader strategic planning initiatives on an as needed basis
Your knowledge, skills, and abilities include:
Strong ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
Strong analytical skills and experience with an ability to look at data in new and innovative ways
Self-starter that can work independently and handle uncertainty and ambiguity.
Ability to effectively work under pressure on critical deliverables and deliver on tight deadlines.
Strong collaborator and ability to work effectively and efficiently across functions and businesses; demonstrated leadership and executive presence.
Required Qualifications:
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree or relevant military experience at a U.S. E6 rank or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or higher.
A minimum of 6 years of relevant finance and industry experience.
The ability to work legally in the country for which you are applying. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of permanent residency (green card) process.
Your Preferred Qualifications:
MBA or Master’s in Finance
Experience in the execution of enterprise-level or segment -level strategic initiatives
Strong PowerPoint/graphics skills
Extensive DSR Finance Reporting experience
Preferred location is Midland, MI (USA). Remote work could be considered for the right candidate.
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 visitingwww.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 onwww.dow.com.
Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. 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.