Sourcing Lead

The Sourcing Lead is responsible for managing the sourcing process for a GeoUnit, GSC Team or Center to deliver optimal product and service cost, and a high-performance, risk-managed supply base in line with the business requirements. The Sourcing Lead manages a team of Sourcing Specialists where required.

• Create sourcing plans that reduce cost, secure supply and minimize supply chain disruptions, aligned with Category strategies.
• Develop action plans, timelines and resource assignments for sourcing projects, including the assignment of projects to the Global Sourcing Centers if appropriate.
• In the GeoUnit, manage sourcing activities to support the Division GU P≻ direct spend requirements and local requirements for the GeoUnit.
• For Division GU P≻ direct spend, support through the identification of suppliers, RFQ and engaging the GSC and other stakeholders as required.
• Define a high-performance supply base for locally managed commodities.
• Lead the request for information, quotation, proposal and bidding processes, minimizing risk and maximizing value in terms of quality, delivery and total cost of ownership.
• Lead the supplier evaluation and selection processes, in coordination with Supplier Quality teams, Supplier Managers and Division stakeholders.
• Ensure all decisions for selection and onboarding are documented.
• Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers to meet quality, delivery and cost objectives.
• Lead the contracting process with suppliers in coordination with Supply Chain Contract Specialists.
• Engage suppliers for RFxand allocate spend in line with the Global Category Strategy.
• Monitor sourcing projects to ensure on-time completion and full implementation, including all Purchasing data required to transact.
• Engage with all appropriate stakeholders within the GeoUnit, Division and Central teams to meet defined objectives and ensure the effective implementation of Sourcing Plans.
• Identify opportunities and implement actions to continuously reduce wasted time, money and resources.
• Comply with all Schlumberger and local procedures applicable to the job function. Ensure full compliance throughout the GeoUnit or Center with Schlumberger Financial Manual and Sourcing Procedures.

Years of Experience: 15 years +

SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.