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Dow Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist in Terneuzen, Netherlands
At a glance
Position:Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Primary Location:Terneuzen (NLD), Netherlands
Schedule:Full time
Date Posted:03/02/2026
Job Number:R2065499
Position Type:Regular
Workplace Type:Onsite
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
Are you energized by recruiting talent that keeps complex operations running safely, efficiently, and reliably? Do you enjoy partnering closely with plant leaders, operations managers, and HR to translate business demand into strong hiring outcomes? If so, this role is a great fit.
We are looking for aSenior Talent Acquisition Specialist – Operationsto support hiring for ourDutch operations, based inTerneuzen, the Netherlands.
In this role, you will be a critical partner to our manufacturing sites and operational organizations in Dordrecht, Delfzijl and Terneuzen, responsible for attracting and hiring high-impact talent that supports safe, compliant, and high-performing operations.
As Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist you will bring strong experience in operations‑focused recruitment, including manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, maintenance, and technical roles, and understand the challenges of plant‑based hiring in the competitive Dutch labour market.
You own theend‑to‑end recruitment lifecycle, leveraging deep local market insight and strong stakeholder partnerships to deliver high‑quality hiring outcomes in a fast‑paced, safety‑ and performance‑driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the primary recruitment partner for operational and site-based functions in the Netherlands, serving as the key contact for local HR, plant leadership, hiring managers, recruiters, and candidates.
Partner closely with HR business partners, operations leaders, site logistics managers, and functional heads to understand short- and long-term workforce needs across manufacturing, logistics, maintenance, and operational support teams.
Manage the full recruitment process for operations-critical roles, ensuring alignment with safety, compliance, and business continuity requirements.
Translate operational hiring needs — including Early Career strategy, skilled professionals, and experienced hires — into clear, compelling job descriptions and targeted recruitment strategies aligned with the Dutch labour market.
Lead sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill operational roles, collaborating with Talent Sources and Talent Marketing to proactively build pipelines for technical and operational talent.
Post and manage job openings across internal systems, external job boards, and social platforms relevant to operational hiring in the Netherlands.
Conduct candidate pre-screenings and (video) interviews, assessing not only skills and experience but also operational mindset, safety awareness, and cultural fit.
Act as the main point of contact during interview coordination, selection decisions, and salary offer processes for operations roles.
Provide market intelligence and insights on availability of operational talent, wage trends, and hiring challenges to support workforce planning decisions.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on speed, quality, and scalability of operations hiring, contributing to process optimization and knowledge sharing across HR.
Ensure a strong Candidate Experience and Hiring Manager Experience, with particular attention to clear communication and realistic job previews for operational roles.
Partner with HR Business Partners, business leaders and site leadership to build sustainable recruiting and sourcing strategies for Dutch operations.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Engineering Management, or a related field.
Preferably 4 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, with a strong focus on operations, manufacturing, supply chain, or industrial environments.
Solid understanding of the Dutch labour market, including regulations, collective labour agreements, and hiring practices relevant to operational roles.
Fluency in Dutch and English is required; additional European languages are an advantage.
Experience using AI-enabled recruitment tools (e.g. Copilot or similar) is a plus.
Your Skills
Operational Stakeholder Management – Ability to partner effectively with plant managers, operations leaders, and HR to balance business urgency with recruitment quality.
Strong Communication Skills – Clear, pragmatic communication style suited to operational environments and diverse candidate populations.
Planning & Prioritization – Proven ability to manage multiple operations-driven requisitions with competing deadlines.
Adaptability & Problem-Solving – Comfortable navigating changing production demands, hiring spikes, and labour market constraints.
Data-Driven Approach – Ability to use recruitment metrics and labour market data to improve hiring outcomes for operations teams.
Recruitment Technology & Tools – Experience with Workday, ATS platforms, LinkedIn, and other sourcing tools; ability to leverage AI to improve efficiency and candidate matching.
Additional Information
Visa sponsorship or relocation support is not available for this role.
This position is focused on supporting operational hiring for Dutch sites and requires strong local market expertise and on-site collaboration.
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 onwww.dow.com.