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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:

As a Senior Marine Logistics Specialist located in Stade, Germany.

Under the direction of the Site Logistics Director and in collaboration with the Business Supply Chain Planners and Marine Mode, you will be responsible for the detailed planning, organization and execution of vessel shipments of at the Stade-Bützfleth South Harbor, based on inventory levels, production planning, planned outages, and vessel arrival windows.

Your role also includes the required pre-arrival checks, post-processing, and documentation associated with the handling of commercial vessels. In addition, you will serve as the key interface between external authorities, agencies, surveyors, product planners and/or sellers, and internal site stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Develop the daily detailed jetty schedule as well as the medium-term plan for Stade, while avoiding or minimizing production constraints at the site and demurrage costs.
• The medium-term planning includes scheduling the total berth occupancy time, taking into account unloading and/or loading times, potential purging times, and demurrage costs.
• Detailed planning includes determining the exact vessel sequence based on inventory levels, handling times, and demurrage costs. This also includes verifying the vessel ETA, correct order creation, executable DN and shipment, and initiating problem resolution where required. In addition, the role holder prepares vessel documentation, resolves questions regarding missing information, and prepares the handling instructions for shift personnel in the form of the vessel processing checklist.
• Continuously optimize and adjust the plan based on current and constantly changing conditions, such as vessel arrival times, production fluctuations, transportation disruptions, transport availability, etc., in order to achieve optimum customer satisfaction at minimum cost.
• Verify incoming and outgoing vessels for site suitability and readiness for handling based on Q88, Gas Form C, vetting status, and previous port-call history.
• Coordinate priority alignment between different businesses where interests overlap, as well as outage windows required for work at the jetties.
• Complete the organizational and administrative close-out of loading and unloading activities, including closing out vessels in the port planning tool and SAP.
• Compile and maintain the vessel file in accordance with regulatory requirements and perform demurrage calculations.
• Serve as the first point of contact for day-to-day jetty-related matters for internal and external stakeholders, including agencies, authorities, surveyors, customer representatives, product planners, etc.
• Maintain and update KPIs, including preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual vessel-handling statistics.
• Review invoices and calculate the allocation of port costs.
• Provide technical and operational input and support to the Port Operations Manager on day-to-day matters.
• Act as deputy for the Port Operations Manager in the event of an unplanned absence of the designated deputy.

Qualifications:

• Captains patent (STCW II/2) or bachelor's in business administration with specialization in marine (Betriebswirt Schifffahrt).
• A Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent is a plus.
• Minimum 8years of experience in marine planning or maritime agency or shipbroker or carrier, specifically in Oil and chemical handling.
• Basics in international trade and customs regulations
• Proficient skills in Supply Chain and logistics processes incl Safety and product stewardship standards
• Excellent interface management skills for managing efficient supply chain processes
• Proficient German and English language skills (min C1 level)

Your Skills:

• Leading Courageously, Collaborating for Superior Results
• Delivering Innovative Solutions
• Interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, pro-active problem solving
• Project management, analytical skills, coaching and subject matter expertise
• Technical proficiency in use of computer applications (MS Office, SAP).

Additional Note:

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
  
  

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.
• 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

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.