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 you and this role Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Natural Gas Scheduling Specialist, located in Houston, Texas. This is a critical role which supports the timely scheduling and accurate reconciliation and invoicing of natural gas consumed at the 8 U.S. Gulf Coast sites: Freeport, Plaquemine, Sabine River, Beaumont, Texas City, Seadrift, St. Charles and Deer Park. These sites consume about 900,000 MMBBTUs of natural gas per day fueling the power plants and critical utilities for these sites. Responsibilities Accountable for daily scheduling of natural gas nominations and confirmations based on the committed supply plan set by commercial (purchase/sell quantities) Provides internal and external support for natural gas supply changes required to balance demand as result of unplanned events. This includes on-call responsibilities Responsible for maintaining third party exchange balances in order to identify most beneficial operational swing sources for supply planning Supports preparation for the first of month supply review by reviewing base supply plan per site, ensure alignment with known outages and forecasted demand and clarify any questions related to application of the deal (i.e. allocations between counterparties, base load vs swing, etc) Coordinates and verifies that natural gas pipeline outage supply plans are executed per plan with customers, suppliers, field operations, commercial managers and commercial coordinators Provide direction to Dow Gulf Coast Pipeline personnel for natural gas distribution, including forecast of nominations and any special operational provisions needed by the Dow sites Accountable to provide actualized volumes per site and per counterparty for all associated deals in Allegro. This includes ensuring all pipelines and points are up to date in Allegro Generating and maintaining allocation spreadsheets used for Volume Analyst duties in the invoice reconciliation work process Performs invoice reconciliation for sites scheduled. This includes identifying, escalating and resolving volume discrepancies while working with the appropriate parties and cross-functional reviews to ensure on-time invoice payments Maintains positive working relationships with Commercial Coordinators, Commercial Managers, Dow GCPL personnel, counterparties and pipeline carriers regarding daily scheduling issues for optimal resolution Provide backup support for daily natural gas forecasts and give direction to commercial where same day supply changes should be considered, includes interacting with the site energy planners Drives continuous improvement by periodically reviewing and providing recommendations to enhance the natural gas distribution network The critical competencies required for success are: supply chain management skills, interpersonal effectiveness, understanding customer needs, team work, taking initiative, problem solving, value creation, technical proficiency in use of computer applications, analytical and project management skills Qualifications A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E5 ranking or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant. A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a Supply Chain, Manufacturing or related Environment A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process Preferred Skills Knowledge of the US Natural Gas market is preferred A degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or other related Sciences is preferred Your skills Supply Chain Planning (SCP): The ability to coordinate natural gas nominations, confirmations, and daily supply adjustments to ensure timely, accurate delivery and alignment with site demand, outages, and commercial supply plans. Analytical Thinking: The capability to interpret operational data, evaluate allocation spreadsheets, reconcile volumes, identify discrepancies, and make data‑driven recommendations that support accurate billing and effective supply decisions. Proactive Problem Solving: The skill of anticipating and responding to unplanned events, supply disruptions, or pipeline outages by rapidly assessing options, engaging stakeholders, and implementing corrective actions to balance demand. Communication: The ability to clearly and effectively interact with commercial managers, coordinators, pipeline personnel, counterparties, and site planners to resolve scheduling issues, clarify deal details, and ensure aligned execution. Microsoft Excel: Proficiency in building, maintaining, and using allocation spreadsheets and operational tracking tools to support scheduling accuracy, invoice reconciliation, and forecasting processes. Additional note Relocation Assistance is not available with this position This position requires candidate to work during the evening timeframe (From 1PM-10PM US Central Time). It is essential to note that for training purposes, candidates will be required to attend to training sessions during daylight hours (8AM to 5PM US Central) on Site for a minimum of six months. 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. 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