Solution Specialist

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 Dow has an opportunity for a Solution Specialist located in Midland, MI or Houston, TX. This role: Designs, develops, and supports solutions and processes to meet business needs and requirements.Applies expanded conceptual knowledge in Information Systems as well as knowledge of the company, key business drivers, and processes in order to develop solutions. In this role, you will require understanding of key business drivers for your discipline and function. You will need to be able to expand conceptual and working knowledge related to your discipline or functional area. You are expected to provide informal guidance to new team members and be able to explain complex information to others. It is your responsibility to use technical experience, established practices, and personal judgement to analyze and resolve straightforward problems. Your performance impacts the quality of your own work and your team’s work and requires that you work within established guidelines and policies. Responsibilities Gathers and analyzes business requirements for assigned functional and technical areas using expanded conceptual and practical knowledgeWorks closely with business process teams, technical teams and other stakeholders to design and build objects which meet requirementsCommunicates effectively both within the team and with external stakeholders (e.g. businesses and technical counterparts)Communicates status, metrics, risks, and issues on a timely basisApplies knowledge and experience in software development methodologies in order to support work processesDocuments detailed designsBuilds, tests and implements application objectsAssists with issue resolutionHelps ensure that functional and technical designs meet business requirements, conform to Dow architecture standards, and optimize productivity and long-term product/system vision QM Domain-Specific Responsibilities Support SAP Quality Management (QM) solutions that enable quality processes across global manufacturing operationsPartner with quality business process experts and stakeholders to understand business requirements and help translate them into scalable and supportable technology solutionsLead functional analysis, solution design, testing, deployment, and support activities for SAP QM enhancements and projectsSupport quality execution processes by addressing application issues related to inspection lots, results recording, usage decisions, quality notifications, quality reporting, and batch-related quality managementAnalyze and resolve application, process, data, and integration issues by applying structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis approaches in collaboration with business and technical teamsSupport and contribute to project delivery, system upgrades, testing cycles, and deployments impacting quality management applicationsDevelop and maintain functional specifications, testing strategies, support procedures, and knowledge transfer materials to improve solution clarity and supportabilityMonitor and support interfaces between SAP Quality Management (QM) solutions and integrated applications to ensure reliable data flow and business continuityCollaborate with business process experts, developers, architects, and support teams to improve application reliability, usability, and supportabilityParticipate in incident management, problem management, and continuous improvement initiatives supporting a 24x7 manufacturing environmentProvide knowledge transfer and functional guidance to junior team members and support resources QM Domain-Specific Skills Strong understanding of manufacturing quality management processes and how technology solutions support end-to-end quality execution in global manufacturing environmentsProven experience supporting SAP Quality Management (QM) solutions and related manufacturing applications in a production support and delivery environmentDeep understanding of inspection processing, results recording, usage decisions, quality notifications, batch quality management, and quality reporting conceptsAbility to translate business requirements into functional solution designs and support delivery of scalable and supportable application enhancementsExperience supporting application lifecycle activities including incident management, testing, defect resolution, root cause analysis, and deployment activitiesExperience troubleshooting and resolving application, data, and integration issues across SAP and connected enterprise systemsStrong stakeholder management and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across quality, manufacturing, and IT teamsStrong communication and documentation skills, including development of functional specifications, testing strategies, and support proceduresDemonstrated ability to lead knowledge transfer activities and provide guidance to junior analysts 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 or 5 years relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.5+ years of relevant experienceStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.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 Qualifications Experience supporting SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA Quality Management solutions within a production support and delivery modelExperience supporting or enhancing SAP and non-SAP quality and manufacturing applications, including custom solutions and integrated enterprise systemsExperience with application support activities in a production environment, including issue triage, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and defect resolutionStrong familiarity with system integrations, data flows, and enterprise application landscapes within quality and manufacturing environmentsExperience contributing to automation, analytics, AI-enabled solutions, or continuous improvement initiatives supporting quality or manufacturing operations Your Skills Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC): Knowledge of the end-to-end software development process, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support. Aligns directly with experience in software development, application support, and Agile methodologies.Proactive Problem Solving: The ability to identify, analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues before they become larger problems. Supports the requirement for strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.Information Technology (IT): Broad understanding of technology infrastructure, software applications, systems, and support practices. Forms the foundation for software development and application support responsibilities.Cloud Computing: Experience with cloud-based platforms, services, and modern development environments. Complements source control, Azure DevOps, application development, and solutions delivery activities commonly used in enterprise environments.Communication: The ability to effectively convey technical and business information through verbal and written interactions with stakeholders, users, and development teams. Directly aligns with the requirement for excellent verbal and written communication skills. Note: this position does not offer relocation assistance. 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 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. 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 inclusion, 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.