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 exciting opportunity for a Senior HR/LR Partner located in Freeport, TX!

About you and this role

In this role, you will bring value to the organization by working with the client group to understand the business/function needs. You will gain an understanding of the business/function culture and be active in supporting change initiatives, will be able to communicate at all levels of the organization, develop trusting relationships. You will collaborate with HR Solutions to implement the necessary HR strategies that support the people components of the business strategies and plans.

Responsibilities

• This role is the first among equals in the HR site support organization and will provide support and represent the HR function on the Texas Operations Site Leadership Team
• Partner and influence Texas Operations talent priorities for the site
• Lead Labor Partner for Texas Operations and will work with the Site HR/LR Partners in collaboration on labor issues and opportunities
• Collaborate with site leaders and site HR/LR Partners to ensure alignment and accomplish talent priorities and objectives for the site
• Consult with Operations HR Director, NA HR director, USGC HR Partner Leader and Site HR/LR Partners on people issues – ensuring they have a supporting workforce to deliver against the business agenda
• Facilitate culture and talent initiatives aligned to the business agenda specifically for client base at Texas Operations
• Assist with development and deployment of top talent across the organization
• Identify and develop key talent for the business as well as develops leadership skills of managers
• Provide expert advice and coaching to leaders and employees when appropriate
• Ensure that a strong leadership and coaching culture permeates the organization
• Drive organizational productivity and engagement
• Apply in-depth knowledge of and advanced level of expertise in HR and assigned business/functional area to resolve complex problems or issues
• May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity
• Work independently without guidance (except in complicated situations)
• Analyze and identify internal/external business challenges
• Recommend best practices to improve HR processes and delivery
• Communicate difficult concepts to others
• Persuade others to adopt a different point of view
• Use sophisticated analytical thought and judgement to identify innovative solutions

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E6 or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant working experience
• Previous HR experience
• 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

• Previous labor relations experience
• Previous HR Partner client facing experience
• A degree discipline in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Labor Relations, or other related field
• Workday experience is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal effectiveness skills, including but not limited to conflict resolution, effective two-way communication, negotiation skills
• Strong relationship, partnership, and consultancy skills
• Ability to analyze data and situations, make recommendations and assist with implementation
• Ability to build solid relationships with clients through expertise and consultation
• Knowledge of U.S. employment and labor laws

Additional Notes

Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position and may be provided based on eligibility.

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.

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.

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.